How far is Amherst, NY from Attica, NY?
The driving distance from Amherst, NY to Attica, NY is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.5 miles (44.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Town in New York, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Amherst and Attica.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amherst and Attica.
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Start on Millersport Highway
1848 ft · 51 sec · Millersport Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 290 E
1756 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Youngmann Expressway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Youngmann Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 East: Albany
1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
18.1 mi · 21 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 77: Pembroke, Medina
2643 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
112 m · 13 sec
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Turn right onto Alleghany Road
7.2 mi · 12 min · Alleghany Road
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Turn left onto Broadway Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Broadway Road
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Turn right onto Attica Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Attica Road
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Continue on Buffalo Street Road
2.4 mi · 3 min · Buffalo Street Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Market Street
1408 ft · 29 sec · Market Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1098 ft · 30 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
22 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Amherst and Attica.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
New York State Thruway
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
18.1 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Amherst and Chance Rain Showers near Attica.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Amherst to Attica?
The road trip is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km) and usually takes 00h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pembroke is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from Amherst and 18.1 miles from Attica.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.5 miles (44.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.13 one way or $10.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Amherst and Chance Rain Showers near Attica.
Stop Ideas Near Pembroke
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pembroke.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Amherst and Attica. Straight-line distance: 27.44 mi (44.16 km).
#1 Amherst
Town in New York, United States
| Population | 120,809 |
| Coordinates | 42.9783900, -78.7997600 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Attica
Human settlement in Wyoming County, New York, United States of America
| Population | 2,386 |
| Coordinates | 42.8642300, -78.2802900 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
End: Attica (-78.28029, 42.86423)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.01 | $5.13 | $10.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $5.74 | $11.47 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $6.01 | $12.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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