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Patterson, NY Road Trips

Patterson, NY serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 6 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 270 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Patterson, NY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

town in Putnam County, New York, United States

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

6

Longest Drive

359.5 mi

Tonawanda, NY

Quickest Drive

31m

Hortontown, NY

Plan Around Patterson, NY

Trips from Patterson, NY

Driving from Patterson, NY

The typical drive from Patterson, NY covers about 270 miles and takes around 5h 46m. 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 360 miles (7h 40m), while the shortest is just 14 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Patterson, NY most often head toward Tonawanda, NY (359.5 mi, 7h 40m), Buffalo, NY (357 mi, 7h 34m), Amherst, NY (353.7 mi, 7h 30m), Greece, NY (304.3 mi, 6h 35m), and Syracuse, NY (230.4 mi, 4h 47m). 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 270-mile trip from Patterson, NY, budget about $43 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 6 mapped routes leaving Patterson, NY and 0 routes heading into Patterson, NY, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 14 to 360 miles.

The longest mapped route from Patterson, NY covers 360 miles and takes approximately 7h 40m. Shorter options start at just 14 miles.

The average route from Patterson, NY runs about 270 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 46m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.01/gallon for regular), the average 270-mile trip from Patterson, NY costs roughly $43 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Patterson, NY include Tonawanda, NY, Buffalo, NY, Amherst, NY and Greece, NY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Patterson, NY at a Glance

Founded

1795

Area

13 mi²

Notable People from Patterson, NY

A sampling of people born in Patterson, NY.

Alfred Rosmer

Alfred Rosmer

1877–1964

French politician (1877-1964)

City data from Wikidata (Q3709168), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.

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