How far is Amherst, NY from Ilion, NY?
The driving distance from Amherst, NY to Ilion, NY is about 206.9 miles (332.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 190.2 miles (306.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 02m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Amherst and Ilion.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amherst and Ilion.
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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
200.1 mi · 3 hr 51 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 28: Herkimer, Mohawk
2455 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Mohawk Street
53 m · 12 sec · Mohawk Street
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Continue on East Main Street
854 ft · 18 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 5S
1.6 mi · 2 min · State Highway 5S
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Turn straight
1793 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
2266 ft · 42 sec · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Amherst and Ilion.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
New York State Thruway
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
200 mi · 03h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Amherst and Mostly Sunny near Ilion.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Amherst to Ilion?
The road trip is about 206.9 miles (332.9 km) and usually takes 04h 02m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tyre is a useful midpoint, sitting about 103.1 miles from Amherst and 103.6 miles from Ilion.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 190.2 miles (306.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:54 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.27 one way or $58.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny around Amherst and Mostly Sunny near Ilion.
Stop Ideas Near Tyre
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 Tyre.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station
Rome station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Amherst and Ilion. Straight-line distance: 190.23 mi (306.14 km).
#1 Amherst
Town in New York, United States
| Population | 120,809 |
| Coordinates | 42.9783900, -78.7997600 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ilion
Village in Herkimer County, New York
| Population | 7,616 |
| Coordinates | 43.0150700, -75.0354300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ilion (-75.03543, 43.01507)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 333 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 34m |
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 | $29.27 | $58.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $32.71 | $65.42 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $35.49 | $70.97 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $34.27 | $68.53 |
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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