This 114.1-mile drive from Tyre to Buffalo, NY, will take you about 2 hours and 23 minutes. It's a straightforward trip entirely within New York, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day adventure. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, it’s an economical choice for getting from point A to point B. The route primarily utilizes the New York State Thruway, offering a direct path. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, as this journey is easily manageable in one go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57 miles from Tyre, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 114.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 114.1-mile trip, despite 7% of it being on the highway. While the longest continuous stretch is a solid 100.8 miles on the New York State Thruway, the overall character suggests you'll encounter more frequent turns and local road segments. This means the drive won't be a monotonous interstate cruise; instead, be prepared for a more varied driving experience with changes in road type and speed as you progress toward Buffalo.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 100.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 114.1 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: at 4.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 112.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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4.8 mi into trip|~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 West: Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
7
106.1 mi into trip|~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51W
Toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
7
112.9 mi into trip|~2h 20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Oak Street
6
113.4 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|Genesee Street
Turn right onto Genesee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
113.8 mi into trip|~2h 23m in|Franklin Street
Turn left onto Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
100.8 mi
1h 57m
Kensington Expressway
6.4 mi
8m
West Tyre Road
2.4 mi
9m
State Route 414
1.9 mi
2m
Genesee Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Gravel Road
0.3 mi
<1m
East Huron Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Franklin Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 100.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tyre, NY and Buffalo, NY.
1
Start on CR 101
0.3 mi·36 sec·Gravel Road
2
Turn straight onto Lamb Road
204 ft·9 sec·Lamb Road
3
Turn left onto West Tyre Road
2.4 mi·9 min·West Tyre Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto NY 414
1.9 mi·2 min·State Route 414
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 90 West: BuffaloUse the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 90
101 mi·1 hr 57 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 51WToward NY 33 West: BuffaloUse the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto NY 33
6.4 mi·8 min·Kensington Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·39 sec
Toward Oak StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on Oak Street
428 ft·14 sec·Oak Street
12
Turn right onto Genesee Street
0.2 mi·39 sec·Genesee Street
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto East Huron Street
0.1 mi·34 sec·East Huron Street
14
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi·22 sec·Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Genesee Street
402 ft·11 sec·Genesee Street
16
Enter roundabout onto NY 384
391 ft·11 sec·Niagara Square
17
Arrive at destination
NY 384
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 23-minute duration, this 114.1-mile drive is best tackled as a day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, especially during the longer 100.8-mile stretch on the New York State Thruway. Keep an eye on your fuel, budgeted at $19, and consider a quick top-off before leaving Tyre to ensure a smooth journey to Buffalo.
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 57 miles from Tyre, NY, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.8 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 25 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57 miles or 1h 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 1h 56m
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 Tyre, 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 Tyre, NY
This is one driving day of about 114.1 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Tyre, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 100.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 57 miles from Tyre, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.8 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Women's Rights National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...
Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.78 one way
$37.56 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$20.31
$40.62
premium
$4.92
$22.11
$44.23
diesel
$5.61
$25.19
$50.38
Estimated Tolls: $5.04
New York State Thruway
(100.8 mi)$5.04
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
$19
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.2
0
$11.98
$5.48
Efficient EV
28.5
0
$9.98
$4.56
EV Truck/SUV
45.6
0
$15.97
$7.30
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Tyre, NY
Evening
in Tyre on Friday
Local time
6:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Buffalo, NY
Evening
in Buffalo on Friday
Local time
6:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
2h 23m 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 Tyre, NY to Buffalo, NY covers 114.1 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, Kensington Expressway, West Tyre Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57 miles from Tyre, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.78 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 114.1 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: at 4.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 112.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tyre, NY to Buffalo, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Women's Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
