Origin
Hector, NY
Late night in Hector on Wednesday
Local time
3:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hector, NY to Buffalo, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 24m
Distance
138.4 mi
223 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 15m
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6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 44m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 43m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hector, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hector, NY to Buffalo, NY covers 138.4 miles and takes about 2h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 414, South Main Street, West Seneca Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.78 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
69.2 miles from Hector, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 24m drive with frequent turns across 138.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 414 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 Hector, NY to Buffalo, NY is easy. At 2h 24m 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 Hector, NY to Buffalo, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 414 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Seneca Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lodi Station Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 131 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 132 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 96A | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Waterloo-Geneva Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
State Route 414
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hector, NY and Buffalo, NY.
1
Start on State Route 414
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
State Route 414
2
Continue on South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
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South Main Street
3
Turn left onto West Seneca Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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West Seneca Street
4
Continue on Lodi Station Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Lodi Station Road
5
Turn right onto County Road 131
4.1 mi
·
5 min
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County Road 131
6
Continue on County Road 132
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 132
7
Turn straight onto State Highway 96A
15 mi
·
20 min
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State Highway 96A
8
Turn left onto Waterloo-Geneva Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Waterloo-Geneva Road
9
Continue on Lake Front Drive
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Lake Front Drive
10
Turn right onto Lake Street
466 ft
·
12 sec
·
Lake Street
11
Turn right onto Exchange Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Exchange Street
12
Continue on Lyons Road
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Lyons Road
13
Take the exit left
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Buffalo
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 90 West: Buffalo
15
Continue on I 90 West: Buffalo
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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I 90 West: Buffalo
16
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
94 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
New York State Thruway
17
Take the exit slight right toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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NY 33 West: Buffalo
18
Merge slight left onto Kensington Expressway
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Kensington Expressway
19
Keep slight left to continue on Oak Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Oak Street
20
Continue on Oak Street
430 ft
·
14 sec
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Oak Street
21
Turn right onto Genesee Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Genesee Street
22
Turn right onto East Huron Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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East Huron Street
23
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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Franklin Street
24
Turn right onto Genesee Street
404 ft
·
12 sec
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Genesee Street
25
Enter the roundabout toward Niagara Square
390 ft
·
12 sec
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Niagara Square
26
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 69.2 miles from Hector, NY, or about 1h 12m 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 80 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.2 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 58m
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 Hector, 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 Hector, NY
This is one driving day of about 138.4 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hector, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.2 mi from Hector, NY · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 69.2 miles from Hector, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.78 one way
$45.56 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $24.63 | $49.27 |
| premium | $4.92 | $26.82 | $53.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.56 | $61.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.53 | $6.64 |
| Efficient EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.11 | $5.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.38 | $8.86 |
Gas CO2
48 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
Late night in Buffalo on Wednesday
Local time
3:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Manchester, NY
69 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
26 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 24m 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 Hector, NY to Buffalo, NY covers 138.4 miles and takes about 2h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 414, South Main Street, West Seneca Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.2 miles from Hector, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.78 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 Hector, NY to Buffalo, NY is easy. At 2h 24m 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 Hector, NY to Buffalo, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hector, NY to Buffalo, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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