Origin
Gowanda, NY
Late night in Gowanda on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gowanda, NY to Buffalo, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
35.7 mi
57 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gowanda, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Buffalo, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Gowanda to Buffalo, you can expect to cover 36.1 miles in approximately 48 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Northeast region, making it an easy day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting about $6 for fuel is sufficient for this straightforward journey. Since there are no designated stops on this path, you have the flexibility to complete the drive in one go. It is a practical, efficient connection between these two New York locations, perfect for those who prefer a direct, local transit experience over a complex itinerary.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Boulevard | 12.2 mi | 17m |
| Route 438 | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Buffalo Skyway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Brant Reservation Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Angola Brant Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Camp Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Hamburg Turnpike | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| State Route 5 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Southwestern Boulevard
— 12.2 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gowanda, NY and Buffalo, NY.
1
Start on NY 39
265 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn straight onto US 62; NY 39
382 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 62; NY 39
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Buffalo Street
4
Continue on NY 438
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Route 438
5
Turn right onto Brant Reservation Road
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Brant Reservation Road
6
Continue on Angola Brant Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Angola Brant Road
7
Continue on Angola-Brant Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Angola-Brant Road
8
Turn straight onto US 20
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Southwestern Boulevard
9
Turn left onto NY 75
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Camp Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn straight onto NY 75
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Francis Drive
11
Continue on NY 5
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 5
12
Continue on NY 5
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Shore Road
13
Continue on NY 5
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hamburg Turnpike
14
Continue on NY 5
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Buffalo Skyway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on NY 384
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Delaware Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Enter roundabout onto NY 384
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Niagara Square
17
Arrive at destination
NY 384
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.8 miles from Gowanda, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 35.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 62; NY 39 / Buffalo Street
Turn left onto US 62; NY 39 / Buffalo Street
Navigation decision point
3
7.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Brant Reservation Road
Turn right onto Brant Reservation Road
Navigation decision point
5
25.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
NY 75 / Camp Road
Turn left onto NY 75 / Camp Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
35.5 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
NY 384 / Niagara Square
Enter roundabout onto NY 384 / Niagara Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.88 one way
$11.75 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $6.35 | $12.71 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.92 | $13.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.41
Buffalo Skyway
(4.7 mi)
$0.33
Hamburg Turnpike
(1.2 mi)
$0.08
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Late night in Buffalo on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Hamburg, NY
18 mi in
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
9 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
56m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way toward Buffalo. You will rely on East Main Street, Buffalo Street, and Route 438 to reach your destination, as this route features zero percent highway driving. Because the longest stretch is zero miles on East Main Street, you will find yourself navigating constant transitions rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. The road demands your full attention, offering a distinct, hands-on driving experience that differs significantly from a high-speed highway commute. Prepare for a steady, technical pace that keeps you engaged with the local road network throughout the entire 36.1-mile span.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.2 mi on Southwestern Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 62; NY 39 / Buffalo Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 62; NY 39 / Buffalo Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (Brant Reservation Road): Navigation decision point; at 25.3 miles (NY 75 / Camp Road): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Buffalo, NY
Full guide →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.
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 56m. Total distance: 35.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (25%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.2 miles on Southwestern Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.41 in tolls one way, starting with Buffalo Skyway. 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. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 62; NY 39 / Buffalo Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (Brant Reservation Road): Navigation decision point; at 25.3 miles (NY 75 / Camp Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Buffalo, NY before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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