How far is Aurora, NY from West Albany, NY?
The driving distance from Aurora, NY to West Albany, NY is about 188.8 miles (303.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 148.5 miles (239 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 19m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 09m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aurora and West Albany.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora and West Albany.
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Start on Main Street
5.9 mi · 9 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 90
2080 ft · 59 sec · State Highway 90
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Continue on North Cayuga Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Cayuga Street
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Continue on State Highway 90
4.1 mi · 7 min · State Highway 90
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Continue on Court Street
2672 ft · 53 sec · Court Street
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Continue on Willard Street
6.8 mi · 11 min · Willard Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.1 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto State Route 31
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Route 31
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Turn left
1651 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
118 m · 28 sec
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Take the ramp straight
606 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
161.1 mi · 3 hr 6 min · New York State Thruway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 87 North, I 90 East: Albany, Montreal
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Everett Road
1077 ft · 25 sec
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Turn left onto Everett Road Extension
1302 ft · 49 sec · Everett Road Extension
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Turn right onto Exchange Street
1429 ft · 48 sec · Exchange Street
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Turn left onto Sand Creek Road
22 m · 2 sec · Sand Creek Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sand Creek Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aurora and West Albany.
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
161 mi · 03h 06m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Aurora and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near West Albany.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aurora to West Albany?
The road trip is about 188.8 miles (303.9 km) and usually takes 03h 09m 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?
Whitesboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.9 miles from Aurora and 95 miles from West Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 148.5 miles (239 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.3 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 10:40 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.70 one way or $53.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Aurora and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near West Albany.
Stop Ideas Near Whitesboro
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 Whitesboro.
Union Station
Rome station
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Empire Expo Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aurora and West Albany. Straight-line distance: 148.5 mi (238.99 km).
#1 Aurora
Village in Cayuga County, New York
| Population | 13,783 |
| Coordinates | 42.7539600, -76.7024500 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Albany
A hamlet in the town of Albany in Albany County, New York.
| Population | 22,000 |
| Coordinates | 42.6831300, -73.7784500 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sand Creek Road (-73.778577, 42.683146)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 304 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
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 | $26.70 | $53.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $29.84 | $59.69 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $32.37 | $64.75 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $31.26 | $62.52 |
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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