Rest area
0 mi from route
Trip from Buffalo, NY to Westerleigh, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 55m
Distance
376.7 mi
606 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 46m
★
6 AM
7h 55m
8 AM
8h 13m
10 AM
8h 2m
12 PM
8h 0m
3 PM
8h 2m
5 PM
8h 12m
8 PM
7h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buffalo, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Westerleigh, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Buffalo, NY to Westerleigh, NY is 376.7 miles and takes about 7h 55m via Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, and Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $62 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive keeps you within New York for its entirety, making it a straightforward trip. With only 2 recommended stops and a significant portion on major expressways, you can expect a consistent pace. It's a practical choice if you need to cover ground efficiently between these two points in the Northeast.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
188.3 miles from Buffalo, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 104.5 mi | 2h 2m |
| I 81 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| Keystone Shortway | 46.1 mi | 59m |
| Genesee Expressway | 32.6 mi | 37m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Aurora Expressway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Varysburg Road | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| Big Tree Road | 10.5 mi | 15m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Tier Expressway
— 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 46 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,553 veh/hr typical · worst 2,185
Quietest
midnight
~450 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
3.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 46 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 Buffalo, NY and Westerleigh, NY.
1
Start on NY 384
100 ft
·
2 sec
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Niagara Square
2
Continue on Perkins Drive
321 ft
·
16 sec
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Perkins Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto NY 5
0.1 mi
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19 sec
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South Elmwood Avenue
4
Keep slight right at fork
206 ft
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8 sec
5
At end of road, turn right onto Church Street
501 ft
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16 sec
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Church Street
Use the right lane.
6
Take the exit
175 ft
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4 sec
Toward I 190, NY 5 West: Skyway, Peace Bridge, Canada
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
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36 sec
Toward I 190 South, NY 5 West: Skyway
Use the left / right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 190
4.9 mi
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6 min
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Niagara Thruway
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 54-61
Toward I 90 West: Erie
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 90
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
New York State Thruway
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 54
Toward NY 400, NY 16: West Seneca, East Aurora
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on NY 400
12 mi
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14 min
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Aurora Expressway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 20A, NY 78: East Aurora
14
Turn left onto US 20A; NY 78
0.1 mi
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12 sec
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Main Street
15
Continue on US 20A; NY 78
11 mi
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15 min
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Big Tree Road
16
Continue on US 20A
11 mi
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15 min
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Varysburg Road
17
Continue on US 20A
1.7 mi
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2 min
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West Buffalo Road
18
Continue on US 20A
4.6 mi
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8 min
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West Buffalo Street
19
Continue on US 20A
7.4 mi
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10 min
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Perry Center Road
20
Continue on CR 64
2.3 mi
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3 min
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Perry Road
21
Turn right onto NY 36
1.3 mi
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1 min
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Mount Morris Road
22
Continue on NY 36
1.8 mi
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4 min
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North Main Street
23
Continue on NY 36
4.1 mi
·
7 min
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Sonyea Road
24
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
25
Merge onto I 390
33 mi
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37 min
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Genesee Expressway
26
Merge onto I 86
105 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
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Southern Tier Expressway
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
28
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
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1 min
·
US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
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25 min
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I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
31
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
32
Merge onto I 80
46 mi
·
59 min
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Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 28
Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
Use the slight right lane.
34
Continue on CR 631
0.2 mi
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12 sec
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Ledgewood Road
35
Continue on US 46
0.9 mi
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1 min
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US 46
36
Continue on US 46
213 ft
·
4 sec
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US 46
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
37
Turn straight onto NJ 10
9.2 mi
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11 min
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Route 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Continue on NJ 10
3.5 mi
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4 min
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NJ 10
Use the right lane.
39
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
40
Merge onto I 287
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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I 287
41
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 37
Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
Use the slight right lane.
42
Continue on NJ 24
9.3 mi
·
10 min
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NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
43
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
44
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark
Use the slight right lane.
45
Merge onto I 78
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City
Use the slight left lane.
47
Merge onto I 78
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
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Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
48
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 58A-B
Toward NJTP, I 95, US 1-9, NJ 21, US 22: Port Newark
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
49
Merge onto I 78
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78; NJTP
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
51
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 14A
Toward NJ 440: Bayonne
Use the slight right lane.
52
Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
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Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
53
Take the exit
357 ft
·
8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few Way
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
54
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 440 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
55
Merge onto NJ 440
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
NJ 440
56
Continue on NY 440
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
57
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 12
Toward Forest Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
58
Continue on Willow Road West
382 ft
·
21 sec
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Willow Road West
59
Turn left onto Forest Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
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Forest Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
60
Turn right onto Burnside Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Burnside Avenue
61
At end of road, turn right onto Jewett Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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Jewett Avenue
62
Arrive at destination
Jewett Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 55m duration, departing from Buffalo, NY in the morning is ideal to ensure you arrive in Westerleigh, NY with daylight to spare. With only 2 planned stops, it’s wise to make them count for fuel and a quick break, especially before the 104.5-mile stretch on the Southern Tier Expressway. Budgeting around $62 for fuel is a good estimate, but always check current prices. Since this is a single-day trip, the flexibility to adjust your stop timing is an advantage.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 188.3 miles from Buffalo, NY, or about 4h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 83 miles or 1h 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 188.3 miles or 4h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westerleigh, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Buffalo, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Buffalo, NY
This is one driving day of about 376.7 miles and 7h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Buffalo, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
188 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 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 188.3 miles from Buffalo, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Nichols Rest Area
0 mi from route
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Campbell Rest Area
0 mi from route
Crescent Lake Rest Area
0 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Owego Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Broome Gateway Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pennsylvania Welcome Center
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Onvo Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Kanona Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Onvo Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Penn-Can Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pennsylvania Welcome Center
0.1 mi from route
Erwin Text Zone / Parking Area
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
BUS STOP
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.4 mi from route
Onvo Travel Plaza
0.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.5 mi from route
Whitney Houston Service Area
0.5 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.4 mi from route
Mount Morris Rest Area
2 mi from route
Geneseo Rest Area
2.1 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 415 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 331.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 190 South, NY 5 West: Skyway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward I 190 South, NY 5 West: Skyway
8
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 West: Erie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 54-61
Toward I 90 West: Erie
8
7.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward NY 400, NY 16: West Seneca, East Aurora
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 54
Toward NY 400, NY 16: West Seneca, East Aurora
9
255.8 mi into trip
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~5h 20m in
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US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
331.1 mi into trip
|
~6h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28
Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$60.94 one way
$121.88 round trip
$4.11/gal
25.4 MPG avg
132 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $66.13 | $132.26 |
| premium | $4.85 | $71.90 | $143.80 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $71.13 | $142.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.77
New Jersey Turnpike
(3.3 mi)
$0.47
Niagara Thruway
(4.9 mi)
$0.24
New York State Thruway
(1.3 mi)
$0.06
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
$61
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 131.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 113 | 1 | $39.55 | $18.08 |
| Efficient EV | 94.2 | 1 | $32.96 | $15.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 150.7 | 1 | $52.74 | $24.11 |
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 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.
Origin
Buffalo, NY
Night in Buffalo on Monday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Smoke
N 1 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Westerleigh, NY
Night in Westerleigh on Monday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Smoke
NW 6 to 9 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
84°F
Barton, NY
188 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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 55m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Statue Of Liberty National Monument
National Monument
A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...
7 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 376.7
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument
National Monument
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 376.7
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument
National Monument
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 376.7
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument
National Monument
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 376.7
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial
National Memorial
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 376.7
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument
National Monument
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 376.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 72% of it utilizing major roads like the Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, and the Keystone Shortway. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 104.5 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, offering a chance to settle into a steady rhythm. While largely on expressways, the journey provides a consistent driving experience without many dramatic shifts in road type. Expect a straightforward, efficient travel day dominated by the open road.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
62 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 41 significant decision points across 376.7 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 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,903 ft
63 ft
Total Climb
2,365 ft
Total Descent
2,900 ft
Highest Point
1,903 ft
~269.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,840 ft
Notable High Points
1,903 ft at ~269.1 miles
+825 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Buffalo, NY and Westerleigh, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.
Mt Pocono
255.8 mi in
|
~5h 20m
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via US 6
Milford
256.6 mi in
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~5h 21m
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via I 84; I 380
Lake Hopatcong
331.1 mi in
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~6h 52m
Morristown Airport
345.2 mi in
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~7h 10m
New York City
356.5 mi in
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~7h 25m
Newark
356.5 mi in
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~7h 25m
About the Cities
Starting 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 7h 55m. Total distance: 376.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 55m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.77 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey Turnpike. 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.
Yes — we found about 35 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Westerleigh, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 35 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Statue Of Liberty National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Governors Island National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.9 hours each way, a round trip means 15.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Westerleigh, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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