Origin
Camillus, NY
Evening in Camillus on Sunday
Local time
5:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camillus, NY to Buffalo, NY
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
141 mi
227 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 43m
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6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camillus, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Connecting Camillus to Buffalo, this 141-mile trip is a straightforward journey across Upstate New York. You can expect a total drive time of approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting about $23 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. While the route relies heavily on the New York State Thruway, it also incorporates State Route 31 and the Kensington Expressway to reach your destination. Because the distance is manageable, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip unless you prefer a leisurely pace. Overall, this is a practical Northeast corridor drive that serves as a reliable link between these two New York locales.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.5 miles from Camillus, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel as you transition from local roads to major highways. Roughly 12% of your journey involves highway driving, with the vast majority of your time spent on a 116.9-mile stretch along the New York State Thruway. This segment offers a consistent, high-speed pace, but be prepared for a shift in personality as you navigate the turn-heavy local segments that bookend the trip. The transition toward Buffalo via the Kensington Expressway adds a different texture to the final approach compared to the open stretches of the Thruway. It is a functional drive that balances long-distance efficiency with the technical demands of local maneuvering.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 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 116.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.6 miles in near NY 317 / North Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 141 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.6 miles (NY 317 / North Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 133.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 139.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7.6 mi into trip
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~11m in
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NY 317 / North Street
Turn right onto NY 317 / North Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
133.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51W
Toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
7
139.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Oak Street
6
140.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 51m in
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Genesee Street
Turn right onto Genesee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
140.7 mi into trip
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~2h 53m in
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Franklin Street
Turn left onto Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 116.9 mi | 2h 15m |
| Kensington Expressway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| State Route 31 | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| West Genesee Turnpike | 3 mi | 4m |
| State Route 5 | 3 mi | 4m |
| Jordan Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Genesee Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 116.9 mi, about 2h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camillus, NY and Buffalo, NY.
1
Start on Genesee Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Genesee Street
Use the none lane.
2
Continue on NY 174
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Genesee Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on NY 5
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 5
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on NY 5
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
5
Turn right onto NY 317
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Street
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on NY 317
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Jordan Road
7
Continue on NY 317
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Elbridge Street
8
Continue on NY 317
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
9
At end of road, turn left onto NY 31
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 31
10
Continue on NY 31
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Street
11
Turn right onto NY 34
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
State Highway 34
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Use the left lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
14
Merge onto I 90
117 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 51W
Toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto NY 33
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Kensington Expressway
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Oak Street
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on Oak Street
428 ft
·
14 sec
·
Oak Street
19
Turn right onto Genesee Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Genesee Street
Use the right lane.
20
Turn right onto East Huron Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Huron Street
21
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto Genesee Street
402 ft
·
11 sec
·
Genesee Street
23
Enter roundabout onto NY 384
391 ft
·
11 sec
·
Niagara Square
24
Arrive at destination
NY 384
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time to avoid potential traffic. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the nearly three-hour duration can feel longer during the technical, turn-heavy sections. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the New York State Thruway to ensure you don't need to exit prematurely for gas. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 116.9 miles, consider fueling up in the Camillus area before you get locked into the primary highway portion of the drive. Taking the time to map out your one planned stop in advance will help you maintain a steady, stress-free rhythm throughout the 141-mile commute.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.5 miles from Camillus, NY, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.9 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.5 miles or 1h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buffalo, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Camillus, 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 Camillus, NY
This is one driving day of about 141 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Camillus, 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 116.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.5 mi from Camillus, NY · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.5 miles from Camillus, 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 116.9 miles.
Arriving in Buffalo, NY
The final approach into Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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
$22.95 one way
$45.91 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $24.87 | $49.75 |
| premium | $4.88 | $27.11 | $54.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.33 | $62.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.06
New York State Thruway
(116.9 mi)
$5.85
West Genesee Turnpike
(3 mi)
$0.21
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
$23
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.80 | $6.77 |
| Efficient EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.34 | $5.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.4 | 0 | $19.74 | $9.02 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Buffalo, NY
Evening in Buffalo on Sunday
Local time
5:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
50°F
Manchester, NY
71 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
23 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
2h 53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Camillus, NY to Buffalo, NY covers 141 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, Kensington Expressway, State Route 31. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.5 miles from Camillus, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 141 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.6 miles (NY 317 / North Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 133.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 139.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Camillus, NY to Buffalo, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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