Origin
Endicott, NY
Late night in Endicott on Friday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Endicott, NY to Amherst, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 4m
Distance
196.8 mi
317 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 51m
★
6 AM
4h 4m
8 AM
4h 30m
10 AM
4h 14m
12 PM
4h 11m
3 PM
4h 15m
5 PM
4h 29m
8 PM
3h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Endicott, NY
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Amherst, NY
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Trip Overview
This 196.8-mile drive from Endicott, NY to Amherst, NY is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 4 hours and 4 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $32. You'll primarily be on the Southern Tier Expressway and the New York State Thruway, making for a predominantly high-speed experience. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points within New York. Expect a consistent driving pace for most of the trip.
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
98.4 miles from Endicott, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 4m. Total distance: 196.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a drive that's largely highway-centric, with 68% of the journey on major expressways. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 91.8-mile segment on the Southern Tier Expressway. The Genesee Expressway and New York State Thruway will also contribute to this fast-paced character. This profile suggests minimal time spent on slower, local roads, offering a smooth and uninterrupted travel experience for the majority of the 196.8 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 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 91.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Genesee Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Jefferson Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 196.8 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: near the start (Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (NY 17C; NY 26 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 131.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 17C; NY 26 / East Main Street
Turn left onto NY 17C; NY 26 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
131.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Take the exit toward NY 408, NY 63: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward NY 408, NY 63: Mount Morris, Letchworth...
7
193.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 290: Niagara Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 50
Toward I 290: Niagara Falls
8
195.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 1m in
Take the exit toward NY 324, NY 240: Sheridan Drive, Harlem Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward NY 324, NY 240: Sheridan Drive, Harlem R...
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 Endicott, NY to Amherst, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Letchworth Park along the way.
Letchworth Park
131.5 mi in
|
~2h 33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 91.8 mi | 1h 45m |
| Genesee Expressway | 38.6 mi | 44m |
| New York State Thruway | 30 mi | 35m |
| Ellicott Street Road | 10.3 mi | 15m |
| Genesee Street | 8.7 mi | 13m |
| Big Tree Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Geneseo-Mount Morris Road | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Tier Expressway
— 91.8 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Endicott, NY and Amherst, NY.
1
Start on Park Street
225 ft
·
15 sec
·
Park Street
2
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
239 ft
·
17 sec
·
Jefferson Avenue
3
Turn left onto NY 17C; NY 26
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Main Street
4
Turn slight right onto NY 26
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
NY 26
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Toward NY 17 West: Corning
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 86
92 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 390
39 mi
·
44 min
·
Genesee Expressway
Toward I 390: Rochester
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 7
Toward NY 408, NY 63: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park
9
Turn right onto NY 408
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Mount Morris-Geneseo Road
10
Continue on NY 63
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Geneseo-Mount Morris Road
11
Turn left onto NY 63
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Genesee Street
12
Enter roundabout onto NY 63
100 ft
·
1 sec
·
Genesee Street
13
Continue on NY 63
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Genesee Street
14
Continue on NY 63
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
State Highway 63
15
Continue on NY 63
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Big Tree Road
16
Continue on NY 63
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Ellicott Street Road
17
Turn right onto Cedar Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cedar Street
18
Turn left onto NY 5
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
19
Turn right onto NY 98
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Street
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
22
Merge onto I 90
30 mi
·
35 min
·
New York State Thruway
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 50
Toward I 290: Niagara Falls
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on I 290
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Youngmann Expressway
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 6
Toward NY 324, NY 240: Sheridan Drive, Harlem Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Turn left onto NY 324
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Drive
Use the left / right lanes.
27
Turn left onto NY 263
469 ft
·
13 sec
·
Millersport Highway
Use the left lane.
28
Arrive at destination
NY 263
Trip Plan
With a duration of just over 4 hours, this route is well-suited for a single-day adventure, so you have the flexibility to leave when you're ready. Plan for one stop to break up the nearly 200 miles, perhaps midway through the longest 91.8-mile stretch on the Southern Tier Expressway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on longer highway segments, as services can be spread out. Given the 68% highway share, staying alert for changing speed limits and potential traffic is key to a smooth arrival in Amherst.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 98.4 miles from Endicott, NY, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.8 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 43 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.4 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Amherst, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Endicott, 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 Endicott, NY
This is one driving day of about 196.8 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Endicott, 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 Southern Tier Expressway for about 91.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 98.4 mi from Endicott, NY · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
98 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 98.4 miles from Endicott, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.8 miles.
Arriving in Amherst, NY
The final approach into Amherst, 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 Amherst, 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
$32.39 one way
$64.79 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $35.03 | $70.06 |
| premium | $4.92 | $38.14 | $76.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.45 | $86.90 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.50
New York State Thruway
(30 mi)
$1.50
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
$32
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59 | 0 | $20.66 | $9.45 |
| Efficient EV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.22 | $7.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 78.7 | 0 | $27.55 | $12.60 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Amherst, NY
Late night in Amherst on Friday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
Bath, NY
98 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
3 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
4h 4m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Endicott, NY to Amherst, NY covers 196.8 miles and takes about 4h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern Tier Expressway, Genesee Expressway, New York State Thruway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 98.4 miles from Endicott, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 196.8 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: near the start (Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (NY 17C; NY 26 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 131.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Endicott, NY to Amherst, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Letchworth Park along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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