Origin
Hume, NY
Afternoon in Hume on Sunday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hume, 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
1h 26m
Distance
59.6 mi
96 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hume, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Buffalo, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 59.6-mile drive from Hume to Buffalo, NY, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 26 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $10, this route is efficient and budget-friendly. The journey primarily utilizes State Highway 78 and the Aurora Expressway, offering a direct path. Since there are no recommended stops, you can enjoy an uninterrupted drive. This highway-focused journey is ideal for those seeking a quick and practical transit between these two New York locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 78 | 12.8 mi | 18m |
| Aurora Expressway | 12.5 mi | 14m |
| Strykersville Road | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 39 | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Niagara Thruway | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| NY 19 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Big Tree Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 78
— 12.8 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hume, NY and Buffalo, NY.
1
Start on CR 23
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
County Road 23
2
Turn left onto NY 19
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
NY 19
3
Turn slight left onto Dowd Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Dowd Road
4
Turn straight onto NY 19
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
NY 19
5
Turn right onto NY 19
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
6
Turn left onto CR 50
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Water Street
7
Continue on CR 50
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
County Road 50
8
Turn left onto NY 39
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 39
9
Turn right onto NY 362
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Pearl Street
10
Continue on NY 362
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 362
11
At end of road, turn left onto NY 78
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 78
12
Continue on NY 78; NY 98
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 78
13
Continue on NY 78
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
14
Continue on NY 78
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Strykersville Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 20A; NY 78
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Big Tree Road
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
17
Merge onto NY 400
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Aurora Expressway
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 90 East: Buffalo
19
Merge onto I 90
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
New York State Thruway
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 53
Toward I 190 North: Downtown Buffalo, Niagara Falls
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 190
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Niagara Thruway
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 7
Toward Buffalo, Outer Harbor, Church Street
Use the slight right lane.
23
Continue on NY 5
521 ft
·
21 sec
·
Church Street
24
Turn left onto NY 384
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Delaware Avenue
Use the left lane.
25
Enter roundabout onto NY 384
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Niagara Square
26
Arrive at destination
NY 384
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from Hume, 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
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 15.9 and 59.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
15.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
NY 78 / State Highway 78
At end of road, turn left onto NY 78 / State Highway 78
Navigation decision point
8
53.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 190 North: Downtown Buffalo, Niagara Falls
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 53
Toward I 190 North: Downtown Buffalo, Niagara F...
8
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Buffalo, Outer Harbor, Church Street
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 7
Toward Buffalo, Outer Harbor, Church Street
7
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
NY 384 / Delaware Avenue
Turn left onto NY 384 / Delaware Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
59.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
NY 384 / Niagara Square
Enter roundabout onto NY 384 / Niagara Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.81 one way
$19.62 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
| premium | $4.92 | $11.55 | $23.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.31
Niagara Thruway
(4.9 mi)
$0.24
New York State Thruway
(1.3 mi)
$0.07
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$0
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Afternoon in Buffalo on Sunday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 13 mph
85% chance
Live forecast
42°F
Sheldon, NY
30 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
27 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
1h 26m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the drive on higher-speed roads. You'll experience stretches like the 12.8-mile segment on State Highway 78, which offers a consistent pace. The Aurora Expressway also contributes to the highway feel, allowing for steady progress. While not overly technical, the mix of state highway and expressway means you'll encounter varied speed limits and road conditions. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficient travel and minimal slowdowns.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.8 mi on State Highway 78.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 78 and Aurora Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.9 miles in near NY 78 / State Highway 78.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.9 miles (NY 78 / State Highway 78): Navigation decision point; at 53.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
On the drive from Hume, NY to Buffalo, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Niagara Falls along the way.
Niagara Falls
53.5 mi in
|
~1h 16m
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 1h 26m. Total distance: 59.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.8 miles on State Highway 78. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.31 in tolls one way, starting with Niagara 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.
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.
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 15.9 miles (NY 78 / State Highway 78): Navigation decision point; at 53.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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