Road Trips from Amherst, NY
Amherst sets you up for a range of trips, mostly leaning towards longer drives with a few options just over 7 hours. The terrain is consistently gently rolling, making for a smooth ride, and many destinations put you close to significant historical parks. You've got options for a solid day trip or a longer haul that might benefit from an overnight stay, particularly if you're aiming for the longest routes.
Total Routes
68
Shortest
4h
With Parks Nearby
68
Weekend trip
32 total in this range
Beekmantown, NY
7h 33m366.3 mi one way
This 7.6-hour drive is the shortest option to get you to upstate New York, covering 366.3 miles. It features a mixed highway and surface road profile with a perfect drive score of 10, traversing gently rolling terrain. You'll be near Women's Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park.
Irvington, NY
7h 39m363.2 mi one way
At 363.2 miles and 7.7 hours, this trip offers a high drive score of 10 on mixed highway and surface roads. The gently rolling terrain makes for a pleasant journey. Nearby parks include Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park, and General Grant National Memorial.
Mamaroneck, NY
7h 56m377.7 mi one way
This 7.9-hour drive covers 377.7 miles and is characterized as mostly highway, earning a drive score of 10. The terrain is gently rolling. You'll have access to Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park, and Hamilton Grange National Memorial.
Woodbury, NY
7h 3m334.9 mi one way
A 7.1-hour drive spanning 334.9 miles, this route offers a mixed highway and surface road experience with a drive score of 10. The gently rolling terrain is consistent with other options. This trip also provides access to Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Women's Rights National Historical Park.
New Hempstead, NY
7h 18m348.9 mi one way
This 7.3-hour drive is 348.9 miles long and primarily a highway route with a drive score of 10. The terrain is gently rolling. Nearby historical sites include Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park, and Hamilton Grange National Memorial.
Long-haul ideas
36 total in this range
Brooklyn, NY
8h 2m377.4 mi one way
Queens, NY
8h 10m383.7 mi one way
North Valley Stream, NY
8h 9m392 mi one way
Consider this 8.2-hour, 392-mile trip if you're looking for an overnight option. It features mostly surface roads and a drive score of 9, with hilly terrain. This destination is near Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park, and Hamilton Grange National Memorial.
North New Hyde Park, NY
8h 7m390.9 mi one way
This overnight-recommended drive takes 8.1 hours and covers 390.9 miles. The route is mainly surface roads with a drive score of 9, navigating hilly terrain. You'll be in proximity to Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park, and Hamilton Grange National Memorial.
Roosevelt, NY
8h 20m399.3 mi one way
At 8.3 hours and 399.3 miles, this is one of the longer routes, recommended for an overnight stay. It's mostly surface roads with a drive score of 9, featuring gently rolling terrain. This trip is close to Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial, and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park.
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Beekmantown, NY
7h 33m366.3 mi one way
Irvington, NY
7h 39m363.2 mi one way
Mamaroneck, NY
7h 56m377.7 mi one way
Woodbury, NY
7h 3m334.9 mi one way
Irvington, NY
7h 39m363.2 mi one way
Mamaroneck, NY
7h 56m377.7 mi one way
Port Chester, NY
7h 51m373.5 mi one way
Brooklyn, NY
8h 2m377.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers a good time to explore the historical parks near these destinations, with gently rolling terrain making for pleasant drives.
Summer
Summer weather is suitable for the longer drives, and the parks provide opportunities for outdoor activities.
Fall
The gently rolling terrain and proximity to historical sites make fall a viable season for these trips.
Winter
Winter drives may be impacted by weather, though the generally rolling terrain is less challenging than mountainous areas.
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