How far is Batavia, NY from Amherst, NY?
Fastest route
The distance between Batavia, New York 14020 and Amherst, New York is approximately 35.3 miles (56.8 kilometers). The fastest route, considering traffic conditions, is via I-90 W. This route has tolls. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
Directions
- 🚗 Head west on Main St toward Porter Ave.
- 🚗 Pass by Mavis Discount Tire (on the left in 0.2 mi).
- 🚗 Turn right to merge onto I-90 W (toll road).
- 🚗 Follow I-90 W.
- 🚗 Take exit 6 toward I-290/Niagara Fls (toll road).
- 🚗 Take exit 6 for NY-324/Sheridan Dr toward NY-240/Harlem Rd.
- 🚗 Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto NY-324 W/Sheridan Dr.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Getzville Rd.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Campus Dr W.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚦 Tip: Check for real-time traffic updates before starting your journey to ensure the fastest route.
- ⛽ Tip: Fill up your gas tank before departing to avoid any inconveniences along the way.
- 🛣️ Tip: Stay on I-90 W and follow the signs to ensure you're on the correct route.
- 💰 Tip: Keep some cash or change ready for toll payments along the route.
- 🕒 Tip: Allow some extra time for potential delays due to traffic or unexpected circumstances.
- 🚘 Tip: Ensure your vehicle is in good condition and check the tires, brakes, and fluids before the trip.
- 🗺️ Tip: Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to assist you during the journey.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 37m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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 Batavia and Amherst.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Batavia and Amherst.
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Start on Main Street
1434 ft · 35 sec · Main Street
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2
Turn right onto Oak Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Oak Street
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3
Take the exit slight right
1471 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West
3177 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
30 mi · 35 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 290: Niagara Falls
2277 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on Youngmann Expressway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Youngmann Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 324, NY 240: Sheridan Drive, Harlem Road
1117 ft · 30 sec
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9
Turn left onto Sheridan Drive
1.4 km · 2 min · Sheridan Drive
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Turn left onto Millersport Highway
143 m · 14 sec · Millersport Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Millersport Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Batavia and Amherst.
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
30 mi · 00h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Batavia and Sunny near Amherst.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Batavia to Amherst?
The road trip is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pembroke is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.7 miles from Batavia and 18.5 miles from Amherst.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.9 miles (49.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 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 Sunny around Batavia and Sunny near Amherst.
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.
Buffalo–Depew station
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Niagara Falls Station and Customhouse Interpretive Center
Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Batavia and Amherst. Straight-line distance: 30.98 mi (49.85 km).
#1 Batavia
Town in New York
| Population | 6,861 |
| Coordinates | 42.9981200, -78.1875200 |
| Altitude | 272 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Amherst
Town in New York, United States
| Population | 120,809 |
| Coordinates | 42.9783900, -78.7997600 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Millersport Highway (-78.799874, 42.978447)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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