Origin
Caton, NY
Evening in Caton on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Caton, NY to Cold Springs, NY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
31.5 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Caton, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Caton, NY to Cold Springs, NY covers 31.5 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hendy Hollow Road, Caton Road, Park Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
15.7 miles from Caton, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 48m drive with frequent turns across 31.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hendy Hollow Road 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Caton, NY to Cold Springs, NY is easy. At 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Caton, NY to Cold Springs, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hendy Hollow Road | — | — |
| Caton Road | — | — |
| Park Avenue | — | — |
| Denison Parkway East | — | — |
| South Buffalo Street | — | — |
| Pulteney Street | — | — |
| East High Street | — | — |
| Victory Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Hendy Hollow Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caton, NY and Cold Springs, NY.
1
Start on the route
112 ft
·
10 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Hendy Hollow Road
105 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hendy Hollow Road
3
Turn right onto Caton Road
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Caton Road
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Park Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Avenue
5
Turn left onto Denison Parkway East
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Denison Parkway East
6
Turn right onto South Buffalo Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Buffalo Street
7
Turn left onto Pulteney Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Pulteney Street
8
Continue on East High Street
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
East High Street
9
Continue on Victory Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Victory Highway
10
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
11
Merge slight left onto Southern Tier Expressway
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
12
Take the exit slight right toward Bath
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Bath
13
Turn right onto Babcock Hollow Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Babcock Hollow Road
14
Continue on State Highway 415
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 415
15
Continue on East Steuben Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Steuben Street
16
Turn right onto Liberty Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Liberty Street
17
Turn straight onto Geneva Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Geneva Street
18
Continue on State Highway 54
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 54
19
Turn left onto Fish Hatchery Road
1.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Fish Hatchery Road
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15.7 miles from Caton, NY, or about 24m 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 31.5 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.7 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cold Springs, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Caton, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Caton, NY
This is one driving day of about 31.5 miles and 48m.
At 31.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.7 mi from Caton, NY · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Caton, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cold Springs, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cold Springs, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.19 one way
$10.37 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.61 | $11.21 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.11 | $12.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.95 | $13.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Cold Springs, NY
Evening in Cold Springs on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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
48m 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 Caton, NY to Cold Springs, NY covers 31.5 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hendy Hollow Road, Caton Road, Park Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.7 miles from Caton, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.19 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.
The drive from Caton, NY to Cold Springs, NY is easy. At 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Caton, NY to Cold Springs, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Caton, NY to Cold Springs, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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