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Trip from Kingsbury, NY to Amherst, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 16m

Distance

304.5 mi

490 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$50

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
6h 4m ★
6 AM
6h 17m
8 AM
6h 42m
10 AM
6h 26m
12 PM
6h 23m
3 PM
6h 27m
5 PM
6h 41m
8 PM
6h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Kingsbury, NY, NY

Kingsbury, NY

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town in New York, United States

Amherst, NY

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Trip Overview

This 304.5-mile drive from Kingsbury, NY, to Amherst, NY, will take you approximately 6 hours and 16 minutes. Primarily utilizing the New York State Thruway and Adirondack Northway, this trip is manageable as a single-day excursion. With a fuel cost estimated at $50, it's an economical journey across New York. The route offers a blend of highway and local roads, making for an engaging, albeit turn-heavy, travel experience. You'll be staying within the Northeast region for this entire drive.

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

152.3 miles from Kingsbury, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 19m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 246 mi 4h 44m
Adirondack Northway 15.7 mi 18m
Amsterdam Road 12.6 mi 17m
US 4 5.3 mi 9m
State Highway 67 4.7 mi 7m
Malta Avenue 3.5 mi 6m
Bluebird Road 3.1 mi 6m
Route 9 3.1 mi 5m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 246 mi, about 4h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kingsbury, NY and Amherst, NY.

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Start on Church Road

86 ft · 2 sec · Church Road
2

Turn straight onto US 4

5.1 mi · 8 min · US 4
3

Turn right onto US 4

231 ft · 7 sec · Park Place
4

Keep slight left at fork onto US 4

0.2 mi · 27 sec · US 4
5

Turn right onto Depot Street

0.2 mi · 51 sec · Depot Street
6

Continue on Bridge Street

0.1 mi · 24 sec · Bridge Street
7

Continue on CR 27

0.6 mi · 1 min · Hudson Falls Road
8

Turn left onto CR 27

3.1 mi · 6 min · Bluebird Road
9

Turn left onto US 9

3.1 mi · 5 min · Route 9
10

Continue on US 9

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Saratoga Road
11

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec
12

Merge onto I 87

16 mi · 18 min · Adirondack Northway
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 13N Toward US 9 North: Saratoga Springs
14

Turn straight onto US 9

378 ft · 11 sec · US 9
15

Continue on US 9

1.1 mi · 1 min · US 9
16

Turn right onto CR 63

3.5 mi · 6 min · Malta Avenue
17

Turn left onto NY 50

328 ft · 13 sec · Milton Avenue
18

Turn right onto Front Street

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Front Street
19

Keep slight left at fork onto Charlton Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Charlton Street
20

Turn right onto NY 67

0.3 mi · 34 sec · West High Street
21

Continue on NY 67

13 mi · 17 min · Amsterdam Road
22

Continue on NY 67

4.5 mi · 7 min · State Highway 67
23

Continue on NY 67

1.4 mi · 4 min · Church Street
24

Continue on NY 67

0.2 mi · 24 sec · State Highway 67
25

Continue on NY 67

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Market Street
26

Turn left onto NY 30; NY 67

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Pearl Street
27

Continue on NY 30

381 ft · 10 sec · East Main Street
28

Continue on NY 30

0.9 mi · 1 min · State Highway 30
29

Turn left

398 ft · 11 sec
30

Continue on this road

525 ft · 14 sec · this road
31

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 90 West
32

Merge onto I 90

246 mi · 4 hr 44 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight lane.
33

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 36 sec
Exit 50 Toward I 290: Niagara Falls Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Continue on I 290

1.8 mi · 2 min · Youngmann Expressway
35

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.
36

Turn left onto NY 324

0.9 mi · 1 min · Sheridan Drive
Use the left / right lanes.
37

Turn left onto NY 263

469 ft · 13 sec · Millersport Highway
Use the left lane.
38

Arrive at destination

NY 263

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour duration, you can comfortably complete this trip in one day. Leaving early in the morning will allow you to bypass most of the daily traffic. Plan for one stop to break up the journey, perhaps around the midpoint of your longest stretch on the New York State Thruway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated $50 cost suggests you'll need to refuel at least once. The "Turn-heavy local drive" profile indicates you should stay alert for frequent changes in direction.

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 152.3 miles from Kingsbury, NY, or about 3h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 246 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 67 miles or 1h 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 152.3 miles or 3h 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 5h 11m

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 Kingsbury, 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 Kingsbury, NY

This is one driving day of about 304.5 miles and 6h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Kingsbury, 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 246 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Springfield, NY

152 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

Johnstown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Whitesboro, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 152.3 miles from Kingsbury, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 246 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Sara's Kitchen

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv mile 21.8

Saratoga Springs, New York

Hours: 12–3 pm

+15183164456

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 282.8

Pembroke, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15855994430

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 65.3

Fultonville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 108.8

Frankfort, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 217.5

Clifton Springs, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 282.8

Corfu, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 304.5

Williamsville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 130.5

Verona, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 304.5

Williamsville, New York

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 304.5

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 10:30 am–2:30 pm

+17168563858

Visit website

Billy Wilson Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 304.5

Williamsville, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+17166317132

Visit website

The Buffalo Zoo

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 304.5

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17168373900

Visit website

Delaware Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 304.5

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17168381249

Visit website

Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 152.3

Chittenango, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13156873801

Visit website

5 Wits Buffalo

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 304.5

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 12–8 pm

+17162730600

Visit website

All Things Oz Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 152.3

Chittenango, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13156877772

Visit website

Children's Museum at Saratoga

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 21.8

Saratoga Springs, New York

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+15185845540

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.2 and 303.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
5.2 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 4

Keep slight left at fork onto US 4

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
29 mi into trip | ~42m in

Take the exit toward US 9 North: Saratoga Springs

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 13N Toward US 9 North: Saratoga Springs
5
34 mi into trip | ~51m in | Front Street

Turn right onto Front Street

Navigation decision point

7
301.2 mi into trip | ~6h 11m 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
303.4 mi into trip | ~6h 14m 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

$50.12 one way

$100.25 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 107 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $54.20 $108.40
premium $4.92 $59.02 $118.04
diesel $5.61 $67.23 $134.46

Estimated Tolls: $12.30

New York State Thruway (246 mi) $12.30

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

$87–$112

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 106.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 91.4 1 $31.97 $14.62
Efficient EV 76.1 0 $26.64 $12.18
EV Truck/SUV 121.8 1 $42.63 $19.49

Gas CO2

107 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Kingsbury, NY

Late night in Kingsbury on Sunday

Local time

3:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Amherst, NY

Late night in Amherst on Sunday

Local time

3:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

38°F

Springfield, NY

152 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 16m 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.

Women's Rights National Historical Park

Women's Rights National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...

5 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 199.5
View on nps.gov
Fort Stanwix National Monument

Fort Stanwix National Monument

National Monument

For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Eur...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 126
View on nps.gov
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...

9 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 189
View on nps.gov
Saratoga National Historical Park

Saratoga National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surr...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 31.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with about 6% of the journey on highways. The "Turn-heavy local drive" profile means you'll encounter numerous turns and potentially slower local roads mixed with faster highway sections. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 246 miles, which occurs on the New York State Thruway. This segment likely offers a more consistent pace before transitioning back to more varied road conditions.

Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 246 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 5.2 miles in near US 4.

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 20 significant decision points across 304.5 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 5.2 miles (US 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34 miles (Front Street): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Starting in Kingsbury, 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 6h 16m. Total distance: 304.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 16m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 246 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $12.30 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 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. 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 5.2 miles (US 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34 miles (Front Street): Navigation decision point.

Yes — Women's Rights National Historical Park, Fort Stanwix National Monument and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Amherst, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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