Origin
Buffalo, NY
Evening in Buffalo on Thursday
Local time
7:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Buffalo, NY to Hudson Falls, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 16m
Distance
305.8 mi
492 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 4m
★
6 AM
6h 16m
8 AM
6h 41m
10 AM
6h 25m
12 PM
6h 23m
3 PM
6h 26m
5 PM
6h 40m
8 PM
6h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hudson Falls, NY
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Trip Overview
This 305.8-mile drive from Buffalo, NY to Hudson Falls, NY will take approximately 6 hours and 16 minutes, making it a feasible one-day trip. You'll primarily travel on the New York State Thruway and the Adirondack Northway, with about 5% of the journey on other roads. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $50. This route is mostly highway driving, but keep an eye out for a more turn-heavy local feel as you approach your destination. Given the duration, planning an early start will allow for a comfortable pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
152.9 miles from Buffalo, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 16m. Total distance: 305.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 16m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience for much of this route, with the New York State Thruway accounting for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 247.6 miles. As you transition to the Adirondack Northway, the road character remains largely consistent with high-speed travel. However, the data indicates a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, suggesting you'll encounter more varied road conditions and turns, especially in the latter stages as you get closer to Hudson Falls. Only about 5% of the total mileage is on non-highway roads, so the majority of your time will be spent on faster routes.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 247.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Washington Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 305.8 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Washington Street
Turn left onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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Elm Street
Turn left onto Elm Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 90 East: Niagara Falls, Albany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 90 East: Niagara Falls, Albany
7
255.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 59m in
Take the exit toward NY 30: Amsterdam
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 27
Toward NY 30: Amsterdam
6
296.9 mi into trip
|
~6h in
Take the exit toward US 9: South Glens Falls, Moreau State Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 17
Toward US 9: South Glens Falls, Moreau State Pa...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 247.6 mi | 4h 46m |
| Adirondack Northway | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| Amsterdam Road | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Kensington Expressway | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 67 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Reynolds Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Malta Avenue | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Church Street | 1.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 247.6 mi, about 4h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo, NY and Hudson Falls, NY.
1
Start on NY 384
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Niagara Square
2
Continue on Court Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Court Street
3
Continue on Lafayette Square
372 ft
·
18 sec
·
Lafayette Square
4
Turn left onto Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Washington Street
5
Turn right onto Genesee Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Genesee Street
6
Turn left onto Elm Street
263 ft
·
7 sec
·
Elm Street
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward NY 33 East
8
Continue on NY 33
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Kensington Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 90 East: Niagara Falls, Albany
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 90
248 mi
·
4 hr 46 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 27
Toward NY 30: Amsterdam
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on this road
367 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
13
Turn right onto NY 30
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 30
14
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 67
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Church Street
15
Continue on NY 67
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 67
16
Continue on NY 67
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Amsterdam Road
17
Continue on NY 67
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West High Street
18
Turn left onto NY 50
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Milton Avenue
19
Turn right onto Malta Avenue
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Malta Avenue
20
Turn left onto US 9
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 9
21
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 87 North
22
Merge onto I 87
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Adirondack Northway
23
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 17
Toward US 9: South Glens Falls, Moreau State Park
24
Turn straight onto US 9
473 ft
·
7 sec
·
Saratoga Road
25
Continue on US 9
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 9
26
Turn right onto NY 197
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Reynolds Road
27
Continue on NY 197
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Bridge Street
28
At end of road, turn left onto US 4
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Broadway
29
Continue on US 4
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Lower Main Street
30
Continue on US 4
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
31
Turn right onto NY 196
20 ft
·
0 sec
·
Maple Street
32
Arrive at destination
NY 196
Trip Plan
You can comfortably complete this 305.8-mile journey in a single day, so aim for an early departure from Buffalo to maximize your daylight hours. While the longest stretch on the New York State Thruway is substantial, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $50, so factor that into your budget. Be aware of the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile as you near Hudson Falls; this might mean slower speeds and more frequent turns, so stay alert. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility to choose when and where you take a break.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 152.9 miles from Buffalo, NY, or about 3h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 247.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 67 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 152.9 miles or 3h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hudson Falls, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Buffalo, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Buffalo, NY
This is one driving day of about 305.8 miles and 6h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Buffalo, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 247.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 152.9 mi from Buffalo, NY · 3h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
153 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 152.9 miles from Buffalo, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 247.6 miles.
Arriving in Hudson Falls, NY
The final approach into Hudson Falls, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hudson Falls, NY.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.34 one way
$100.67 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
107 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $54.43 | $108.86 |
| premium | $4.92 | $59.27 | $118.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $67.52 | $135.03 |
Estimated Tolls: $12.38
New York State Thruway
(247.6 mi)
$12.38
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 91.7 | 1 | $32.11 | $14.68 |
| Efficient EV | 76.5 | 0 | $26.76 | $12.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 122.3 | 1 | $42.81 | $19.57 |
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hudson Falls, NY
Evening in Hudson Falls on Thursday
Local time
7:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Whitesboro, NY
153 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 16m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Buffalo, NY to Hudson Falls, NY covers 305.8 miles and takes about 6h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, Adirondack Northway, Amsterdam Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 152.9 miles from Buffalo, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 305.8 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Buffalo, NY to Hudson Falls, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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