Trip from Warwick, NY to Buffalo, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

Distance

331.6 mi

534 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

6h 49m ★

6 AM

7h 1m

8 AM

7h 23m

10 AM

7h 9m

12 PM

7h 6m

3 PM

7h 10m

5 PM

7h 22m

8 PM

6h 54m

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

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Warwick, NY

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Trip Overview

Embarking on a journey from Warwick, NY, to Buffalo, NY, covers 331.6 miles and will take approximately 7 hours of driving time. This trip is well-suited for a single day, though you might appreciate an early start to maximize daylight. The route primarily utilizes I 86 and NY 17, transitioning into the Genesee Expressway. With an estimated fuel cost of $55, this drive offers a straightforward path through New York State. It's a practical option for those looking to cover ground efficiently within the Northeast region.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

165.8 miles from Warwick, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 86	100 mi	1h 56m
NY 17	33.7 mi	40m
Genesee Expressway	32.9 mi	37m
Aurora Expressway	12.5 mi	14m
Varysburg Road	10.9 mi	15m
Big Tree Road	10.5 mi	15m
Leicester Road	7.4 mi	10m
Niagara Thruway	4.9 mi	6m

Longest stretch: I 86 — 100 mi, about 1h 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Warwick, NY and Buffalo, NY.

Start on NY 17A; NY 94

0.4 mi · 35 sec · Main Street

Continue on NY 17A; NY 94

0.9 mi · 1 min · Maple Avenue

Continue on NY 17A; NY 94

3.3 mi · 4 min · Seward Highway

Continue on NY 17A; NY 94

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Continue on NY 17A

2.0 mi · 2 min · Florida Road

Continue on NY 17A

2.2 mi · 3 min · State Route 17A

Continue on NY 17A

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Greenwich Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17M

0.3 mi · 22 sec · NY 17M

Take the ramp

89 mi · 1 hr 52 min

Toward US 6 West, NY 17 West, NY 17M West Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NY 17

34 mi · 40 min · NY 17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17

100 mi · 1 hr 56 min · I 86; NY 17

Toward I 86: Corning

Keep slight left at fork onto I 390

33 mi · 37 min · Genesee Expressway

Toward I 390: Rochester

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 6 Toward NY 36: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park

Turn left onto NY 36

4.3 mi · 7 min · Sonyea Road

Continue on NY 36

1.8 mi · 4 min · Main Street

Continue on NY 36

1.3 mi · 1 min · Mount Morris Road

Turn left onto CR 64

2.3 mi · 3 min · Perry Road

Continue on US 20A

7.4 mi · 10 min · Leicester Road

Continue on US 20A

4.6 mi · 8 min · East Buffalo Street

Continue on US 20A

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Buffalo Road

Continue on US 20A

11 mi · 15 min · Varysburg Road

Continue on US 20A

11 mi · 15 min · Big Tree Road

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Merge onto NY 400

13 mi · 14 min · Aurora Expressway

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward I 90 East: Buffalo

Merge onto I 90

1.3 mi · 1 min · New York State Thruway

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 53 Toward I 190 North: Downtown Buffalo, Niagara Falls Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 190

4.9 mi · 6 min · Niagara Thruway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Exit 7 Toward Buffalo, Outer Harbor, Church Street Use the slight right lane.

Continue on NY 5

521 ft · 21 sec · Church Street

Turn left onto NY 384

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Delaware Avenue

Use the left lane.

Enter roundabout onto NY 384

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Niagara Square

Arrive at destination

NY 384

Trip Plan

For this 7-hour drive, departing early in the morning is recommended to avoid potential traffic and enjoy more daylight. With two planned stops, you can break up the 331.6 miles into manageable segments. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 100-mile stretch on I 86, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost is around $55. Given it's a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your stop times based on how you feel, but planning your first stop within the first couple of hours can help you settle into the drive.

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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 165.8 miles from Warwick, NY, or about 3h 26m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100 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 73 miles or 1h 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 165.8 miles or 3h 26m 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 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buffalo, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Warwick, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Warwick, NY

This is one driving day of about 331.6 miles and 7h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Warwick, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 86 for about 100 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cortland, NY

166 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

New Windsor, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Barton, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 165.8 miles from Warwick, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Warwick, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Warwick, New York

2 mi from route

Middletown Rest Area

2 mi from route

Geneseo Rest Area

2.1 mi from route

Buffalo Double Decker Tours

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, NY

Hours: 12–8 pm

+17162469080

Visit website

Buffalo Naval Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, NY

Hours: Closed

+17168471773

Visit website

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+17166555131

Visit website

Buffalo Transportation Pierce Arrow Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17168530084

Visit website

Canalside

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, New York

+17164408919

Visit website

Veterans Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 7 am–10:30 pm

+17168471773

Visit website

Wilkeson Pointe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+17164367100

Visit website

Oldest Tree In Buffalo

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.7 and 331.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

10.7 mi into trip | ~16m in

Take the ramp toward US 6 West, NY 17 West, NY 17M West

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 6 West, NY 17 West, NY 17M West

266.2 mi into trip | ~5h 23m in

Take the exit toward NY 36: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 6 Toward NY 36: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park

325.5 mi into trip | ~6h 51m 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...

330.9 mi into trip | ~6h 58m 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

331.2 mi into trip | ~6h 59m in | NY 384 / Delaware Avenue

Turn left onto NY 384 / Delaware Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.58 one way

$109.17 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 116 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$59.02	$118.04
premium	$4.92	$64.27	$128.54
diesel	$5.61	$73.21	$146.43

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.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$55

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$80–$105

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 116 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	99.5	1	$34.82	$15.92
Efficient EV	82.9	0	$29.02	$13.26
EV Truck/SUV	132.6	1	$46.42	$21.22

Gas CO2

116 kg

EV CO2

39 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 16, 2026

Origin

Warwick, NY

Morning in Warwick on Tuesday

Local time

8:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Buffalo, NY

Morning in Buffalo on Tuesday

Local time

8:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 12 mph 82% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 15 at 11:57PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

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

8 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

7h 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive presents a mixed bag of road types, with 55% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter longer stretches, including a 100-mile segment on I 86, which allows for consistent speed. The profile shifts between the efficiency of expressways and other road types, creating a varied driving experience. Expect periods of faster travel interspersed with sections that might require more attention, characteristic of a route designed for both speed and connection across the state.

55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 100 mi on I 86.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

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 10.7 miles in.

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 14 significant decision points across 331.6 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 10.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 266.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 325.5 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.

On the drive from Warwick, NY to Buffalo, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Letchworth Park along the way.

Letchworth Park

266.2 mi in | ~5h 23m

About the Cities

Starting in Warwick, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1788

Warwick is a charming and wealthy historical town of 32,000 (2020) in Orange Country, just across the state line from northwestern New Jersey.

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 7h. Total distance: 331.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 100 miles on I 86. 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.

Yes — we found about 21 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 14.0 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Campbell Rest Area

Rest Area

Kanona Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

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Nichols Rest Area

Owego Rest Area

East Branch Rest Area

Roscoe

Rest Area

Erwin Text Zone / Parking Area

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

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Service Plaza

Mount Morris Rest Area

Middletown Rest Area

Geneseo Rest Area

Buffalo Double Decker Tours

Buffalo Naval Park

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum

Buffalo Transportation Pierce Arrow Museum

Canalside

Veterans Park

Wilkeson Pointe

Oldest Tree In Buffalo

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Warwick, NY

Buffalo, NY

Same local time

8 degrees warmer at arrival

7h on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Warwick, NY

Arriving in Buffalo, NY

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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