Origin
Van Buren, NY
Night in Van Buren on Wednesday
Local time
10:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Van Buren, NY to Apulia, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
40m
Distance
28.9 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Van Buren, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
The drive from Van Buren, NY to Apulia, NY covers 28.9 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Van Buren Road, Jones Road, I 690 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.76 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
14.5 miles from Van Buren, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 40m drive with frequent turns across 28.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Van Buren Road 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 Van Buren, NY to Apulia, NY is easy. At 40m 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 Van Buren, NY to Apulia, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Van Buren Road | — | — |
| Jones Road | — | — |
| I 690 East | — | — |
| I 81 South | — | — |
| US 20 | — | — |
| Cherry Valley Turnpike | — | — |
| Apulia Road | — | — |
| State Route 80 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Van Buren Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Buren, NY and Apulia, NY.
1
Start on Peck Road
89 ft
·
9 sec
·
Peck Road
2
Turn right onto Van Buren Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Buren Road
3
Turn left onto Jones Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Jones Road
4
Take the ramp right toward I 690 East
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 690 East
5
Merge slight left
8.4 mi
·
10 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 81 South: Binghamton
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 81 South: Binghamton
7
Merge slight left
2.8 mi
·
4 min
8
Continue straight
0.8 mi
·
49 sec
9
Continue straight
7.9 mi
·
9 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 20: LaFayette
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 20: LaFayette
11
Turn right onto Cherry Valley Turnpike
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Cherry Valley Turnpike
12
Turn slight right onto Apulia Road
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Apulia Road
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Route 80
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 80
14
Turn left
30 ft
·
2 sec
15
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 14.5 miles from Van Buren, NY, or about 20m 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 28.9 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.5 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apulia, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Van Buren, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Van Buren, NY
This is one driving day of about 28.9 miles and 40m.
At 28.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.5 mi from Van Buren, NY · 20m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.5 miles from Van Buren, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Apulia, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Apulia, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.76 one way
$9.51 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.14 | $10.29 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.60 | $11.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Apulia, NY
Night in Apulia on Wednesday
Local time
10:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
40m 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 Van Buren, NY to Apulia, NY covers 28.9 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Van Buren Road, Jones Road, I 690 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.5 miles from Van Buren, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.76 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 Van Buren, NY to Apulia, NY is easy. At 40m 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 Van Buren, NY to Apulia, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Van Buren, NY to Apulia, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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