Road Trips from Amherst, NY
Heading out from Amherst, NY? You've got options that range from quick half-day excursions to longer hauls. The terrain is mostly gently rolling, making for a pleasant drive, and several routes offer access to significant historical parks. You can hit the road for a couple of hours to get to a new spot, or commit to a longer 7-8 hour drive for destinations further afield. It's a good starting point if you want a mix of driving experiences and nearby natural or historical sites.
Total Routes
61
Shortest
5.4h
With Parks Nearby
61
Weekend trip
29 total in this range
Beekmantown, NY
7h 33m366.3 mi one way
For a longer drive, this 7.6-hour, 366.3-mile route offers a 10 out of 10 drive score. The terrain is gently rolling. Notably, this trip includes access to Women's Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, making it a good pick if history is a priority.
Irvington, NY
7h 39m363.2 mi one way
This 7.7-hour, 363.2-mile drive scores a perfect 10 and features gently rolling terrain. Similar to Beekmantown, it provides access to Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Women's Rights National Historical Park, plus General Grant National Memorial. It's a comparable length to Beekmantown but offers a slightly different park selection.
Mamaroneck, NY
7h 56m377.7 mi one way
At 7.9 hours and 377.7 miles, this is one of the longer options, with a high drive score of 10. The profile is mostly highway, and the terrain is gently rolling. It also lists 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
This 7.1-hour, 334.9-mile route is slightly shorter than many of the longer drives, with a 10 out of 10 drive score. The terrain is gently rolling. You'll have access to Women's Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park on this trip.
New Hempstead, NY
7h 18m348.9 mi one way
Clocking in at 7.3 hours and 348.9 miles, this drive is mostly highway with a 10 drive score. The terrain is gently rolling. It offers access to Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park, and Hamilton Grange National Memorial, similar to other longer routes.
Long-haul ideas
32 total in this range
North Valley Stream, NY
8h 9m392 mi one way
This route is a longer commitment at 8.2 hours and 392 miles, with a drive score of 9. The profile is mostly surface roads, and the terrain is hilly with moderate elevation changes. This is one of the few options recommended for an overnight stay, and it offers access to several national historical parks.
North New Hyde Park, NY
8h 7m390.9 mi one way
Similar to North Valley Stream, this trip is about 8.1 hours and 390.9 miles, mostly on surface roads with a drive score of 9. The terrain is hilly with moderate elevation changes, and it's recommended for an overnight stay. You'll also find access to Women's Rights National Historical Park and Hamilton Grange National Memorial.
Roosevelt, NY
8h 20m399.3 mi one way
This is one of the longest drives at 8.3 hours and 399.3 miles, primarily on surface roads with a drive score of 9. The terrain is gently rolling, and it's recommended for an overnight stay. It includes access to Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial, and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park.
East Rockaway, NY
8h 17m397.4 mi one way
At 8.3 hours and 397.4 miles, this trip mirrors Roosevelt in drive time and distance, mostly on surface roads with a drive score of 9. The terrain is gently rolling, and an overnight stay is recommended. Nearby parks include General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial, and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park.
Sea Cliff, NY
8h 20m396.5 mi one way
This route is another long one at 8.3 hours and 396.5 miles, predominantly surface roads with a drive score of 9. The terrain is gently rolling, and it's flagged for an overnight stay. Access to General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial, and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park is available.
Browse by Mood
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
Suffern, NY
7h 16m347.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With gently rolling terrain and historical parks, spring drives offer pleasant conditions for exploring sites like Women's Rights National Historical Park.
Summer
The longer drives with surface road profiles are suitable for summer, especially the routes recommended for overnight stays, allowing time to visit multiple parks.
Fall
Gently rolling terrain and hilly sections provide scenic backdrops for fall drives, particularly on the longer routes with park access.
Winter
While no specific winter attractions are listed, the shorter, mixed-surface drives offer a quicker escape from Amherst, with hilly terrain options for those seeking moderate elevation changes.
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