Origin
Shermans Bay, NY
Afternoon in Shermans Bay on Monday
Local time
3:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shermans Bay, NY to Pleasantville, NY
Drive Time
29m
Distance
16.5 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Shermans Bay, NY to Pleasantville, NY covers 16.5 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bayview Road, West Lake Road, Centralia-Hartfield Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.7 miles on Bayview Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.69 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
8.2 miles from Shermans Bay, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 29m drive with frequent turns across 16.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bayview Road is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 394 / West Fairmount Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.5 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: near the start (NY 394 / West Fairmount Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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 394 / West Fairmount Avenue
Turn right onto NY 394 / West Fairmount Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
6.7 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the exit toward Long Point State Park, Midway State Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 10
Toward Long Point State Park, Midway State Park
4
7.8 mi into trip
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~13m in
Turn slight right toward Bemus Point, Ellery Center
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 10
Toward Bemus Point, Ellery Center
4
8 mi into trip
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~13m in
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Bemus-Ellery Road
Turn right onto Bemus-Ellery Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.1 mi into trip
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~13m in
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Bayview Road
Turn left onto Bayview Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Shermans Bay, NY and Pleasantville, NY, road signs point toward Long Point State Park, Midway State Park, Bemus Point and Ellery Center.
Long Point State Park
6.7 mi in
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~11m
Midway State Park
6.7 mi in
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~11m
Bemus Point
7.8 mi in
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~13m
Ellery Center
7.8 mi in
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~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bayview Road | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| West Lake Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Centralia-Hartfield Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Southern Tier Expressway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Fairmount Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bemus-Ellery Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Summit Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Bayview Road
— 6.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shermans Bay, NY and Pleasantville, NY.
1
Start on West Summit Street
30 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Summit Street
2
Turn right onto NY 394
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Fairmount Avenue
3
Continue on NY 394
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
West Lake Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
5
Merge onto I 86; NY 17
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 10
Toward Long Point State Park, Midway State Park
7
Continue on this road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
8
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 10
Toward Bemus Point, Ellery Center
9
Turn right onto Bemus-Ellery Road
467 ft
·
18 sec
·
Bemus-Ellery Road
10
Turn left onto Bayview Road
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Bayview Road
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Bayview Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bayview Road
12
Turn left onto Centralia-Hartfield Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
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Centralia-Hartfield Road
13
Arrive at destination
Centralia-Hartfield Road
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 8.2 miles from Shermans Bay, NY, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.7 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 16.5 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.2 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pleasantville, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shermans Bay, 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 Shermans Bay, NY
This is one driving day of about 16.5 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Shermans Bay, 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.
The longest stretch is on Bayview Road for about 6.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.2 mi from Shermans Bay, NY · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.2 miles from Shermans Bay, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pleasantville, NY
The final approach into Pleasantville, 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 Pleasantville, 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
$2.69 one way
$5.37 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $2.91 | $5.82 |
| premium | $4.88 | $3.17 | $6.34 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Pleasantville, NY
Afternoon in Pleasantville on Monday
Local time
3:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
53°F
Lakewood, NY
8 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
16 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
29m 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 Shermans Bay, NY to Pleasantville, NY covers 16.5 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bayview Road, West Lake Road, Centralia-Hartfield Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.2 miles from Shermans Bay, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.69 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 16.5 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: near the start (NY 394 / West Fairmount Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Shermans Bay, NY and Pleasantville, NY, road signs point toward Long Point State Park, Midway State Park, Bemus Point and Ellery Center.
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