Origin
Argyle, NY
Night in Argyle on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Argyle, NY to Buffalo, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 20m
Distance
309.7 mi
498 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 8m
★
6 AM
6h 21m
8 AM
6h 46m
10 AM
6h 29m
12 PM
6h 27m
3 PM
6h 31m
5 PM
6h 44m
8 PM
6h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Argyle, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Buffalo, NY
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Trip Overview
Argyle, NY to Buffalo, NY is 309.7 miles and takes about 6h 20m via New York State Thruway, Adirondack Northway, and Amsterdam Road, with a fuel budget near $50 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York State, taking you from the Northeast region across to the Northeast. Expect a drive that starts on major highways before transitioning to more local roads. Given the manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, making it convenient for those looking to reach Buffalo without an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
154.8 miles from Argyle, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 247.2 mi | 4h 46m |
| Adirondack Northway | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| Amsterdam Road | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Kensington Expressway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 197 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| State Highway 67 | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Reynolds Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Malta Avenue | 3.5 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 247.2 mi, about 4h 46m
Traffic on I-87
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,225 veh/hr typical · worst 3,102
Quietest
1 AM
~108 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
20.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 25 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Argyle, NY and Buffalo, NY.
1
Start on NY 197
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on NY 197
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 197
3
Continue on NY 197
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Argyle Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto NY 197
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Argyle Street
5
Turn right onto US 4; NY 197
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
6
Turn left onto NY 197
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Bridge Street
7
Continue on NY 197
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Reynolds Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 9
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 9
9
Continue on US 9
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Saratoga Road
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
11
Merge onto I 87
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Adirondack Northway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 13N
Toward US 9 North: Saratoga Springs
13
Turn straight onto US 9
378 ft
·
11 sec
·
US 9
14
Continue on US 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 9
15
Turn right onto CR 63
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Malta Avenue
16
Turn left onto NY 50
328 ft
·
13 sec
·
Milton Avenue
17
Turn right onto Front Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Front Street
18
Keep slight left at fork onto Charlton Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Charlton Street
19
Turn right onto NY 67
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
West High Street
20
Continue on NY 67
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Amsterdam Road
21
Continue on NY 67
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 67
22
Continue on NY 67
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Church Street
23
Continue on NY 67
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Highway 67
24
Continue on NY 67
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Market Street
25
Turn left onto NY 30; NY 67
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pearl Street
26
Continue on NY 30
381 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
27
Continue on NY 30
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 30
28
Turn left
398 ft
·
11 sec
29
Continue on this road
525 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
30
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
31
Merge onto I 90
247 mi
·
4 hr 46 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight lane.
32
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 51W
Toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
Use the slight right lane.
33
Merge onto NY 33
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Kensington Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Oak Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Continue on Oak Street
428 ft
·
14 sec
·
Oak Street
36
Turn right onto Genesee Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Genesee Street
Use the right lane.
37
Turn right onto East Huron Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Huron Street
38
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
39
Turn right onto Genesee Street
402 ft
·
11 sec
·
Genesee Street
40
Enter roundabout onto NY 384
391 ft
·
11 sec
·
Niagara Square
41
Arrive at destination
NY 384
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour drive, consider leaving Argyle in the morning to give yourself ample time. With only one recommended stop and a total distance under 310 miles, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. The fuel cost is estimated at $50, so plan accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition from the New York State Thruway to more rural surface roads, as services might be less frequent. The flexibility of this route means you can adjust your pace as needed, but a mid-day break around the halfway point could be beneficial.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 154.8 miles from Argyle, NY, or about 3h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 247.2 miles.
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 68 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 154.8 miles or 3h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buffalo, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Argyle, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Argyle, NY
This is one driving day of about 309.7 miles and 6h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Argyle, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 247.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
155 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 154.8 miles from Argyle, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 247.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 245 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 309.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
NY 197 / Argyle Street
At end of road, turn left onto NY 197 / Argyle Street
Navigation decision point
7
301.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 8m in
Take the exit toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51W
Toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
7
308.6 mi into trip
|
~6h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Oak Street
6
309.1 mi into trip
|
~6h 18m in
|
Genesee Street
Turn right onto Genesee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
309.4 mi into trip
|
~6h 19m in
|
Franklin Street
Turn left onto Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.33 one way
$100.66 round trip
$4.13/gal
25.4 MPG avg
108 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $54.48 | $108.96 |
| premium | $4.87 | $59.33 | $118.66 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $65.88 | $131.76 |
Estimated Tolls: $12.36
New York State Thruway
(247.2 mi)
$12.36
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92.9 | 1 | $32.52 | $14.87 |
| Efficient EV | 77.4 | 0 | $27.10 | $12.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 123.9 | 1 | $43.36 | $19.82 |
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Buffalo, NY
Night in Buffalo on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Cassville, NY
155 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 20m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily surface roads, with highways accounting for only 6% of the total mileage. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on local routes, covering 293.5 miles on these types of roads. The longest stretch on a single highway is 247.2 miles along the New York State Thruway, indicating a significant portion of the drive will be on this major artery before you transition to surface roads. Be prepared for more frequent intersections and potentially slower speeds once you leave the main highway.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 247.2 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near NY 197 / Argyle Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 309.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.4 miles (NY 197 / Argyle Street): Navigation decision point; at 301.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 308.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Buffalo, NY
Full guide →Founded 1832
The largest city in New York State's Niagara Frontier, Buffalo is a city full of surprises. Though Buffalo is sometimes the butt of jokes about chicken wings, its long-suffering sports teams, and the mountains of snow under which it is supposedly buried each winter, those in the know tell a different story: one of vibrant nightlife, world-class museums and cultural attractions, tight-knit neighborhoods with strong community spirit – and the sunniest summers in Northeastern United States.
Top landmarks
- • Buffalo AKG Art Museum — art museum in New York, US
- • Buffalo City Hall — skyscraper and municipal building in Buffalo, New York, USA
- • USS Croaker — 1943 Gato-class submarine
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 20m. Total distance: 309.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 20m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 247.2 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $12.36 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Buffalo, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.4 miles (NY 197 / Argyle Street): Navigation decision point; at 301.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 308.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Buffalo, NY before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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