Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11m
Distance
6.5 mi
10 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wellsburg, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Southport, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Wellsburg, NY to Southport, NY is 6.5 miles and takes about 11 minutes via Lower Maple Avenue, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, same-day trip stays within New York, making it a simple local connection. With a profile described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' expect a route that requires attention to navigation rather than simply cruising. This drive is ideal for those looking for a quick, direct connection between two points without needing extensive planning or overnight stays.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Maple Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
| Cedar Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Front Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Clemens Center Parkway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Maple Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Wellsburg, NY and Southport, NY.
Start on NY 427
Continue on NY 427
Continue on NY 427
Turn left onto NY 427
Turn left onto NY 14
Arrive at destination
2 decision points cluster between mile 4.6 and 5.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto NY 427 / Cedar Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto NY 14 / Clemens Center Parkway
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.07 one way
$2.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $1.16 | $2.31 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.26 | $2.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.44 | $2.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.68 | $0.31 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.57 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Wellsburg on Sunday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Southport on Sunday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Partly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, with only 11% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3 miles on Lower Maple Avenue. As you navigate, you'll likely find yourself on a mix of local streets like Cedar Street and Front Street, requiring frequent adjustments and attention to traffic. The character of the drive is less about open road cruising and more about engaging with the immediate surroundings and road network.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in near NY 427 / Cedar Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wellsburg, NY to Southport, NY is easy. At 11m with 11% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles (NY 427 / Cedar Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (NY 14 / Clemens Center Parkway): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 11m. Total distance: 6.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (11%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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