Origin
Ceres, NY
Night in Ceres on Wednesday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ceres, NY to Hume, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
43.8 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ceres, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Hume, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
The drive from Ceres, NY to Hume, NY covers 43.8 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Main Street, Transit Hill Road, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.9 miles on South Main Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.21 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.9 miles from Ceres, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 9m drive with frequent turns across 43.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Main Street is the longest continuous segment at about 11.9 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 417 / Portville-Ceres Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Ceres, NY to Hume, NY is easy. At 1h 9m with 13% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 417 / Portville-Ceres Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (I 86; NY 17 / Southern Tier Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 417 / Portville-Ceres Road
Turn right onto NY 417 / Portville-Ceres Road
Navigation decision point
3
18.4 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
18.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 86; NY 17 / Southern Tier Expressway
Merge onto I 86; NY 17 / Southern Tier Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
23.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward NY 19: Belmont, Wellsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 30
Toward NY 19: Belmont, Wellsville
4
43.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
CR 23 / County Road 23
Turn left onto CR 23 / County Road 23
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ceres, NY to Hume, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Wellsville along the way.
Wellsville
23.9 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Street | 11.9 mi | 17m |
| Transit Hill Road | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| Southern Tier Expressway | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| East Notch Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Portville-Ceres Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
South Main Street
— 11.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ceres, NY and Hume, NY.
1
Start on Ceres Road
9 ft
·
3 sec
·
Ceres Road
2
Turn right onto NY 417
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Portville-Ceres Road
3
Continue on NY 417
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on NY 417
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
State Highway 417
5
Continue on NY 417
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on NY 275
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
East Notch Road
7
Turn straight onto NY 275
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
9
Merge onto I 86; NY 17
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 30
Toward NY 19: Belmont, Wellsville
11
Turn left onto NY 19
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Transit Hill Road
12
Continue on NY 19
12 mi
·
17 min
·
South Main Street
13
Turn left onto NY 19
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
14
Turn left onto CR 23
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
County Road 23
15
Arrive at destination
CR 23
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 21.9 miles from Ceres, NY, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.9 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 10 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.9 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hume, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Ceres, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ceres, NY
This is one driving day of about 43.8 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 10 miles from Ceres, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Main Street for about 11.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.9 mi from Ceres, NY · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.9 miles from Ceres, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hume, NY
The final approach into Hume, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.21 one way
$14.42 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.80 | $15.59 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.49 | $16.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.67 | $19.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.83 | $1.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Hume, NY
Night in Hume on Wednesday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Belfast, NY
22 mi in
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
9 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
1h 9m 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 Ceres, NY to Hume, NY covers 43.8 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Main Street, Transit Hill Road, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.9 miles from Ceres, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.21 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 Ceres, NY to Hume, NY is easy. At 1h 9m with 13% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 417 / Portville-Ceres Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (I 86; NY 17 / Southern Tier Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from Ceres, NY to Hume, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Wellsville along the way.
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