Origin
Sunset Beach, NY
Afternoon in Sunset Beach on Monday
Local time
3:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sunset Beach, NY to Newfane, NY
Drive Time
25m
Distance
12.1 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
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6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newfane, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sunset Beach, NY to Newfane, NY covers 12.1 miles and takes about 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Lake Road, Lockport-Olcott Road, West Lake Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.6 miles on East Lake Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.97 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
6.1 miles from Sunset Beach, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 25m drive with frequent turns across 12.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Lake Road is the longest continuous segment at about 5.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (NY 18 / West Lake Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (NY 78 / Lockport-Olcott Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
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~6m in
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NY 18 / West Lake Road
At end of road, turn left onto NY 18 / West Lake Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
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NY 78 / Lockport-Olcott Road
Turn right onto NY 78 / Lockport-Olcott Road
Navigation decision point
3
12.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
Ketchum Avenue
Turn left onto Ketchum Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Lake Road | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Lockport-Olcott Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| West Lake Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Harbor Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Ontario Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Sunset Island Road | 0.4 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Sunset Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Lake Road
— 5.6 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunset Beach, NY and Newfane, NY.
1
Start on Sunset Island Road
0.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Sunset Island Road
2
Turn right
0.5 mi
·
3 min
3
At end of road, turn left onto NY 18
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lake Road
4
Continue on NY 18
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Street
5
Continue on NY 18
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Sunset Street
6
Continue on NY 18
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Ontario Street
7
Continue on NY 18
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
East Lake Road
8
Turn right onto NY 78
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Lockport-Olcott Road
9
Continue on NY 78
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Main Street
10
Turn left onto Ketchum Avenue
65 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ketchum Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Ketchum Avenue
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 6.1 miles from Sunset Beach, NY, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.6 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 12.1 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.1 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newfane, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sunset Beach, 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 Sunset Beach, NY
This is one driving day of about 12.1 miles and 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sunset Beach, 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 East Lake Road for about 5.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.1 mi from Sunset Beach, NY · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 12.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.1 miles from Sunset Beach, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newfane, NY
The final approach into Newfane, 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 Newfane, 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
$1.97 one way
$3.94 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $2.13 | $4.27 |
| premium | $4.88 | $2.33 | $4.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.69 | $5.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Newfane, NY
Afternoon in Newfane on Monday
Local time
3:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
50°F
Lockport, NY
6 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
25m 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 Sunset Beach, NY to Newfane, NY covers 12.1 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Lake Road, Lockport-Olcott Road, West Lake Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.1 miles from Sunset Beach, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.97 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 is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (NY 18 / West Lake Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (NY 78 / Lockport-Olcott Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sunset Beach, NY to Newfane, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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