Origin
Oakfield, NY
Morning in Oakfield on Sunday
Local time
6:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakfield, 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
39.4 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakfield, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Buffalo, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Oakfield to Buffalo, you are looking at a straightforward 39.1-mile trip that typically takes about 45 minutes. This journey is perfectly suited for a single day, as it functions more as a local connection than a long-distance expedition. You will spend roughly $6 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable commute within the Northeast region. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, you can expect a steady pace without the need for an overnight stay. It is an ideal choice for travelers who prefer a direct, no-fuss drive between these two points in New York.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 19 mi | 22m |
| Kensington Expressway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| Judge Road | 5.6 mi | 9m |
| Alleghany Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Genesee Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lewiston Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Huron Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 19 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakfield, NY and Buffalo, NY.
1
Start on North Pearl Street
56 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Pearl Street
2
Turn left onto NY 262
225 ft
·
4 sec
·
Drake Street
3
Turn right onto NY 63
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on NY 63
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Lewiston Road
5
Continue on NY 63
5.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Judge Road
6
Turn left onto NY 77
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Alleghany Road
7
Take the ramp
369 ft
·
9 sec
8
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
this road
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
10
Merge onto I 90
19 mi
·
22 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 51W
Toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto NY 33
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Kensington Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Oak Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on Oak Street
428 ft
·
14 sec
·
Oak Street
15
Turn right onto Genesee Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Genesee Street
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto East Huron Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Huron Street
17
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto Genesee Street
402 ft
·
11 sec
·
Genesee Street
19
Enter roundabout onto NY 384
391 ft
·
11 sec
·
Niagara Square
20
Arrive at destination
NY 384
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Oakfield, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 39.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NY 262 / Drake Street
Turn left onto NY 262 / Drake Street
Navigation decision point
7
31.5 mi into trip
|
~43m 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
38.2 mi into trip
|
~53m 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
6
38.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Genesee Street
Turn right onto Genesee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
39.1 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
Franklin Street
Turn left onto Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.49 one way
$12.97 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.01 | $14.03 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.64 | $15.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.95
New York State Thruway
(19 mi)
$0.95
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Morning in Buffalo on Sunday
Local time
6:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
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 make your way across the 39.1-mile stretch. You will primarily navigate via Drake Street, Main Street, and Lewiston Road, with the route maintaining a 0% highway share throughout the entire duration. Because there is no interstate travel, you will not encounter long, monotonous stretches; in fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Drake Street. The experience is defined by constant maneuvering rather than high-speed cruising, requiring your full attention as you transition between these local thoroughfares.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19 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 early in the drive near NY 262 / Drake Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 39.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 262 / Drake Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
859 ft
599 ft
Total Climb
138 ft
Total Descent
294 ft
Highest Point
859 ft
~11.2 mi in
Elevation Range
261 ft
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 56m. Total distance: 39.4 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.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.95 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 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: near the start (NY 262 / Drake Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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