Farmington, NY Road Trips
With 4 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Farmington, NY works well as a modest departure point in the Northeast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 305 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Farmington, NY head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
310.9 mi
Queens, NY
Quickest Drive
6h 22m
Washington Heights, NY
Plan Around Farmington, NY
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Continue From Farmington, NY
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Trips from Farmington, NY
Driving from Farmington, NY
On average, trips departing from Farmington, NY run 305 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 36m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 309 miles (6h 49m), while the shortest is just 301 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Farmington, NY include Sheepshead Bay, NY (308.6 mi, 6h 49m), Manhattan, NY (306.4 mi, 6h 32m), Bushwick, NY (303.1 mi, 6h 43m), and Washington Heights, NY (300.5 mi, 6h 22m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NY currently averages around $4.01 per gallon. For the typical 305-mile trip from Farmington, NY, budget about $48 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Farmington, NY and 2 routes heading into Farmington, NY, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 301 to 309 miles.
The longest mapped route from Farmington, NY covers 309 miles and takes approximately 6h 49m. Shorter options start at just 301 miles.
The average route from Farmington, NY runs about 305 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 36m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.01/gallon for regular), the average 305-mile trip from Farmington, NY costs roughly $48 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Farmington, NY include Sheepshead Bay, NY, Manhattan, NY, Bushwick, NY and Washington Heights, NY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Notable People from Farmington, NY
A sampling of people born in Farmington, NY.
Elbridge G. Lapham
1814–1890
American politician (1814-1890)
Harold F. Loomis
1896–1976
American botanist and myriapodologist (1896-1976)
Guy N. Collins
1872–1938
American botanist (1872–1938)
City data from Wikidata (Q3390894), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Farmington, NY
Farmington is a town in the western Finger Lakes region of New York.
Truthfully, there's not a whole lot to do in Farmington; residents head to Canandaigua or even Rochester for most activities. But Farmington does have one unique attraction... live thoroughbred racing! 1 Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack, 5857 Rt 96 (Thruway exit 44 to Rt 332 south to Rt 96 east), ☏ +1 585 924-3232. 9AM-4AM. It's one of the few facilities in the state still offering live horse racing, but even so, the addition of video slot machines was necessary to keep it afloat. The combination of thoroughbreds and video poker has proven a successful one, attracting gamblers from throughout the Finger Lakes region.
1 Prosecco Italian Restaurant & Jazz Bar, 1550 Rt 332, ☏ +1 585 924-8000. lunch: M-F 11:30AM-3PM; dinner: Su 2PM-8PM, M-Th 4PM-9PM, F Sa 4PM-10PM. Surprisingly elegant for rural Ontario County, but the food isn't too avant-garde. Live music every night; mostly jazz on the weekend, but a variety of styles during the week. $10-$23.
1 Comfort Inn & Suites, 6026 Rt 96, ☏ +1 585 742-0180. $87, free hot breakfast.
Farmington is located just east of Victor and several miles north of Canandaigua. It's centered on the intersection of State Routes 96 (connecting to Victor) and 332 (connecting to Canandaigua). 332 also connects to the New York State Thruway which runs east-west north of Route 96.
Travel tips adapted from Farmington (New York) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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