Origin
Lorenz Park, NY
Morning in Lorenz Park on Tuesday
Local time
8:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lorenz Park, NY to Buffalo, 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
6h 23m
Distance
322.4 mi
519 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 11m
★
6 AM
6h 24m
8 AM
6h 49m
10 AM
6h 32m
12 PM
6h 30m
3 PM
6h 34m
5 PM
6h 47m
8 PM
6h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lorenz Park, NY
Brent Singleton
Buffalo, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Lorenz Park to Buffalo is 322.4 miles and takes about 6h 23m via New York State Thruway, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast. It's a route that offers a mix of highway driving and more localized roads, so be prepared for some turns. Given its duration, it's easily manageable as a single-day excursion. Plan for a straightforward journey with a clear destination in mind.
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
161.2 miles from Lorenz Park, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 287.2 mi | 5h 32m |
| NY 9H | 11.4 mi | 15m |
| Kensington Expressway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| New York State Thruway Berkshire Connector | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| US 9 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Union Turnpike | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Fairview Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Healy Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 287.2 mi, about 5h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorenz Park, NY and Buffalo, NY.
1
Start on Anthony Avenue
0.1 mi
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28 sec
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Anthony Avenue
2
Turn right onto Livingston Parkway
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Livingston Parkway
3
Continue on Livingston Parkway
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Livingston Parkway
4
Turn right onto US 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Fairview Avenue
5
Turn left onto Healy Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Healy Boulevard
6
At end of road, turn left onto NY 66
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Union Turnpike
7
Turn left onto NY 9H
11 mi
·
15 min
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NY 9H
8
Enter roundabout onto US 9
111 ft
·
1 sec
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US 9
9
Continue on US 9
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
US 9
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 90 East: Boston, New York
11
Merge onto I 90
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
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I 90
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward New York City
13
Merge onto New York State Thruway Berkshire Connector
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
New York State Thruway Berkshire Connector
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 87 North: Albany, Buffalo
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 87
14 mi
·
15 min
·
New York State Thruway
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
274 mi
·
5 hr 16 min
·
New York State Thruway
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 51W
Toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto NY 33
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Kensington Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Oak Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on Oak Street
428 ft
·
14 sec
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Oak Street
21
Turn right onto Genesee Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Genesee Street
Use the right lane.
22
Turn right onto East Huron Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Huron Street
23
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto Genesee Street
402 ft
·
11 sec
·
Genesee Street
25
Enter roundabout onto NY 384
391 ft
·
11 sec
·
Niagara Square
26
Arrive at destination
NY 384
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 6 hours, an early morning departure from Lorenz Park is recommended to maximize daylight. The route has just one suggested stop, so consider breaking up the longest stretch on the New York State Thruway with a brief rest. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before heading onto the extended Thruway segment, as services can be spaced out. The 'turn-heavy local drive' nature means staying attentive to navigation, particularly as you approach Buffalo.
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 161.2 miles from Lorenz Park, NY, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 287.2 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 71 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.2 miles or 3h 14m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buffalo, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lorenz Park, 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 Lorenz Park, NY
This is one driving day of about 322.4 miles and 6h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Lorenz Park, 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 287.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 161.2 miles from Lorenz Park, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 287.2 miles.
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 215 decision points cluster between mile 26.8 and 322.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
26.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 87 North: Albany, Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 North: Albany, Buffalo
7
40.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
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I 90 / New York State Thruway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / New York State Thruway toward I 90 West: Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
7
314.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 11m in
Take the exit toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51W
Toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
7
321.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Oak Street
7
322.1 mi into trip
|
~6h 23m in
|
Franklin Street
Turn left onto Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.07 one way
$106.14 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $57.38 | $114.77 |
| premium | $4.92 | $62.49 | $124.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.18 | $142.36 |
Estimated Tolls: $14.83
New York State Thruway
(293.3 mi)
$14.67
Union Turnpike
(2.3 mi)
$0.16
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
$53
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.7 | 1 | $33.85 | $15.48 |
| Efficient EV | 80.6 | 0 | $28.21 | $12.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129 | 1 | $45.14 | $20.63 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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.
Destination
Buffalo, NY
Morning in Buffalo on Tuesday
Local time
8:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Springfield, NY
161 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
1 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
6h 23m 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
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
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 211.2
View on nps.gov
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...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 144.5
View on nps.gov
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 200.1
View on nps.gov
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...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 55.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a significant highway share, with 4% of the journey on the New York State Thruway, accounting for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 287.2 miles. However, expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, indicating that the route isn't solely high-speed cruising. You'll navigate through sections on NY 9H and the Kensington Expressway, which will likely involve more frequent turns and potentially slower speeds compared to the Thruway. The character of the drive will shift from open highway to more engaged local road navigation as you progress.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 287.2 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 26.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 21 significant decision points across 322.4 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 26.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.8 miles (I 90 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 314.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Lorenz Park, NY and Buffalo, NY, road signs point toward New York and New York City.
New York
19.9 mi in
|
~29m
New York City
20.4 mi in
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~30m
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 6h 23m. Total distance: 322.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 23m 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 287.2 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.83 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 Buffalo, 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 26.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.8 miles (I 90 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 314.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Buffalo, 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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