Origin
Huron, NY
Morning in Huron on Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huron, NY to Amherst, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
111.8 mi
180 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huron, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Amherst, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 111.8-mile drive from Huron, NY, to Amherst, NY, is a manageable 2-hour and 26-minute journey, making it perfect for a single-day road trip. You'll be spending about 56% of your time on highways, with a significant 41.6-mile stretch on NY 104. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $18. Since both your origin and destination are in the Northeast region, expect a familiar driving experience within New York State. This route offers a straightforward path, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop, with plenty of flexibility to depart at your convenience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.9 miles from Huron, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 104 | 41.6 mi | 56m |
| New York State Thruway | 41.3 mi | 48m |
| Western Expressway | 19 mi | 22m |
| Outer Loop | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Fifth Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Youngmann Expressway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Sheridan Drive | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Huron Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
NY 104
— 41.6 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huron, NY and Amherst, NY.
1
Start on North Huron Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Huron Road
2
Continue on CR 256
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Fifth Road
3
Turn right onto NY 104
42 mi
·
56 min
·
NY 104
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
174 ft
·
4 sec
Toward NY 390
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NY 390 South
Use the slight left lane.
6
Merge onto NY 390
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Outer Loop
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 20B-A
Toward I 490: Rochester, Buffalo
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 20B
Toward I 490 West: Buffalo
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 490
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Western Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
11
Merge onto I 90
41 mi
·
48 min
·
New York State Thruway
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 50
Toward I 290: Niagara Falls
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 290
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Youngmann Expressway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 6
Toward NY 324, NY 240: Sheridan Drive, Harlem Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto NY 324
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Drive
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto NY 263
469 ft
·
13 sec
·
Millersport Highway
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
NY 263
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour and 26-minute duration for this 111.8-mile trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. There are no designated stops provided, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the longest stretch on NY 104. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, it's a budget-friendly excursion. A practical tip for this route: be mindful of potential traffic as you approach the Amherst area, especially if traveling during peak commuter hours, as the Western Expressway can become busy.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55.9 miles from Huron, NY, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.6 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 25 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.9 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Amherst, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huron, 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 Huron, NY
This is one driving day of about 111.8 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Huron, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NY 104 for about 41.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.9 miles from Huron, 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 2.5 and 110.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
NY 104
Turn right onto NY 104
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
44.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NY 390 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward NY 390 South
9
47.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 490 West: Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 20B
Toward I 490 West: Buffalo
7
108.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
Take the exit toward I 290: Niagara Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 50
Toward I 290: Niagara Falls
8
110.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward NY 324, NY 240: Sheridan Drive, Harlem Road
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 6
Toward NY 324, NY 240: Sheridan Drive, Harlem R...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.40 one way
$36.81 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $19.90 | $39.80 |
| premium | $4.92 | $21.67 | $43.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.68 | $49.37 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.06
New York State Thruway
(41.3 mi)
$2.06
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
$18
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.74 | $5.37 |
| Efficient EV | 28 | 0 | $9.78 | $4.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.65 | $7.16 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Amherst, NY
Morning in Amherst on Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Greece, NY
56 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
14 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
2h 26m 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 mixed drive on this route, with a notable 56% of the journey utilizing highway speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 41.6 miles on NY 104, offering a consistent pace for a considerable portion of the trip. As you transition between NY 104, the New York State Thruway, and the Western Expressway, the character of the road will evolve from potentially more rural highway driving to faster, more direct expressway travel. This blend means you'll experience both cruising on open roads and navigating more significant thoroughfares.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.6 mi on NY 104.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near NY 104.
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 13 significant decision points across 111.8 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 2.5 miles (NY 104): Lane positioning matters here; at 44.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Huron, NY to Amherst, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Buffalo along the way.
Buffalo
47.3 mi in
|
~1h 8m
About the Cities
Starting in Huron, NY
Full guide →Arriving in Amherst, NY
Full guide →Amherst is a town in the Northtowns of Erie County, New York.
Top landmarks
- • Entranceway at Main Street at Roycroft Boulevard — residential landscape feature in Amherst, New York state, USA
- • Entranceways at Main Street at Lamarck Drive and Smallwood Drive — residential landscape feature in Amherst, New York state, USA
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 2h 26m. Total distance: 111.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.6 miles on NY 104. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.06 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.
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 Amherst, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (NY 104): Lane positioning matters here; at 44.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Amherst, 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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