Origin
Buffalo, NY
Night in Buffalo on Wednesday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Buffalo, NY to Massena, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 5m
Distance
303.4 mi
488 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 52m
★
6 AM
6h 5m
8 AM
6h 31m
10 AM
6h 14m
12 PM
6h 12m
3 PM
6h 16m
5 PM
6h 30m
8 PM
5h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Massena, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Buffalo, NY to Massena, NY covers 303.4 miles and takes about 6h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Court Street, Lafayette Square, Washington Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $49.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
151.7 miles from Buffalo, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 5m drive with frequent turns across 303.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Court Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 5m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Buffalo, NY to Massena, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Court Street | — | — |
| Lafayette Square | — | — |
| Washington Street | — | — |
| Genesee Street | — | — |
| Elm Street | — | — |
| NY 33 East | — | — |
| Kensington Expressway | — | — |
| I 90 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Court Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo, NY and Massena, NY.
1
Start on Niagara Square
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Niagara Square
2
Exit the rotary onto Court Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Court Street
3
Continue on Lafayette Square
374 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
262 ft
·
8 sec
·
Elm Street
7
Take the exit straight toward NY 33 East
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
NY 33 East
8
Continue on Kensington Expressway
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Kensington Expressway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 East: Niagara Falls, Albany
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 90 East: Niagara Falls, Albany
10
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
139 mi
·
2 hr 40 min
·
New York State Thruway
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 81: Watertown, Binghamton
499 ft
·
14 sec
·
I 81: Watertown, Binghamton
12
Continue on I 81: Watertown, Binghamton
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 81: Watertown, Binghamton
13
Turn straight onto I 81 North: Syracuse Airport, Watertown
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 81 North: Syracuse Airport, Watertown
14
Merge slight left
69 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 781 East: Fort Drum
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 781 East: Fort Drum
16
Continue straight
4.0 mi
·
4 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 11: Gouverneur, Canton
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 11: Gouverneur, Canton
18
Keep slight left
377 ft
·
12 sec
19
Merge slight right
52 mi
·
59 min
20
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Main Street
21
Turn left onto Riverside Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Riverside Drive
22
Turn right onto State Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
State Street
23
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 310
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
State Highway 310
24
Continue on Canton-Madrid Road
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Canton-Madrid Road
25
Continue on State Highway 310
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 310
26
Continue on Madrid-Norfolk Road
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Madrid-Norfolk Road
27
Turn straight onto Allens Corners-Raymondville Road
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Allens Corners-Raymondville Road
28
Continue on State Highway 310
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 310
29
At the end of the road, turn left onto Andrews Street
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Andrews Street
30
Turn right onto West Orvis Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Orvis Street
31
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
32
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 151.7 miles from Buffalo, NY, or about 3h 2m into the drive.
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 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.7 miles or 3h 2m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Massena, 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.
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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 303.4 miles and 6h 5m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 151.7 mi from Buffalo, NY · 3h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
152 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 151.7 miles from Buffalo, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Massena, NY
The final approach into Massena, 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 Massena, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.94 one way
$99.88 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $54.00 | $108.01 |
| premium | $4.92 | $58.80 | $117.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.99 | $133.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 91 | 1 | $31.86 | $14.56 |
| Efficient EV | 75.9 | 0 | $26.55 | $12.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 121.4 | 1 | $42.48 | $19.42 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% 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
Massena, NY
Night in Massena on Wednesday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
West Monroe, NY
152 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
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 5m 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 Massena, NY covers 303.4 miles and takes about 6h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Court Street, Lafayette Square, Washington Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 151.7 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 $49.94 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 5m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Buffalo, NY to Massena, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Buffalo, NY to Massena, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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