Origin
Cold Springs, NY
Evening in Cold Springs on Wednesday
Local time
5:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cold Springs, NY to Hornell, NY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
40m
Distance
29.1 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hornell, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cold Springs, NY to Hornell, NY covers 29.1 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Southern Tier Expressway, NY 36, Fish Hatchery Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.79 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
14.6 miles from Cold Springs, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 40m highway drive covering 29.1 miles, with most of the trip on Southern Tier Expressway and NY 36. The longest continuous stretch is about 21 miles on Southern Tier Expressway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern Tier Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 21 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and NY 36. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near NY 54 / State Highway 54.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.3 miles (NY 54 / State Highway 54): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (I 86; NY 17 / Southern Tier Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NY 54 / State Highway 54
At end of road, turn right onto NY 54 / State Highway 54
Navigation decision point
6
8.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 86; NY 17 / Southern Tier Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 86; NY 17 / Southern Tier Expressway toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Erie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Erie
5
25.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward NY 36 South: Hornell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 34A
Toward NY 36 South: Hornell
5
29.1 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
Seneca Street
Turn left onto Seneca Street
Navigation decision point
5
29.1 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 21 mi | 24m |
| NY 36 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Fish Hatchery Road | 1.3 mi | 4m |
| Geneva Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 54 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Washington Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Liberty Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Tier Expressway
— 21 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cold Springs, NY and Hornell, NY.
1
Start on Fish Hatchery Road
1.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Fish Hatchery Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto NY 54
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 54
3
Continue on NY 54
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Geneva Street
4
Continue on NY 54
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Liberty Street
5
Turn right onto NY 415
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Washington Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
7
Merge onto I 86
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 86; NY 17
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
Toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Erie
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 34A
Toward NY 36 South: Hornell
10
Turn straight onto NY 36
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NY 36
11
Turn left onto Main Street
239 ft
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
12
Turn left onto Seneca Street
165 ft
·
7 sec
·
Seneca Street
13
Turn right
97 ft
·
7 sec
14
Arrive at 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 14.6 miles from Cold Springs, NY, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21 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 29 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.6 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hornell, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Cold Springs, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cold Springs, NY
This is one driving day of about 29.1 miles and 40m.
At 29.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 21 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.6 mi from Cold Springs, NY · 21m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.6 miles from Cold Springs, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hornell, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hornell, 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
$4.79 one way
$9.58 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.18 | $10.36 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.64 | $11.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.42 | $12.85 |
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: 10.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Hornell, NY
Evening in Hornell on Wednesday
Local time
5:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°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
29 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
40m 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 Cold Springs, NY to Hornell, NY covers 29.1 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern Tier Expressway, NY 36, Fish Hatchery Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.6 miles from Cold Springs, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.79 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.3 miles (NY 54 / State Highway 54): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (I 86; NY 17 / Southern Tier Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Cold Springs, NY to Hornell, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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