How far is Buffalo, NY from North Gates, NY?
The driving distance from Buffalo, NY to North Gates, NY is about 71.7 miles (115.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.8 miles (101 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buffalo and North Gates.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo and North Gates.
-
1
Start on Niagara Square
562 ft · 19 sec · Niagara Square
-
2
Exit the rotary onto Court Street
809 ft · 27 sec · Court Street
-
3
Continue on Lafayette Square
114 m · 18 sec · Lafayette Square
-
4
Turn left onto Washington Street
1309 ft · 45 sec · Washington Street
-
5
Turn right onto Genesee Street
1429 ft · 49 sec · Genesee Street
-
6
Turn left onto Elm Street
80 m · 8 sec · Elm Street
-
7
Take the exit straight toward NY 33 East
972 ft · 15 sec
-
8
Continue on Kensington Expressway
6.8 mi · 9 min · Kensington Expressway
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 East: Niagara Falls, Albany
1644 ft · 46 sec
-
10
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
42.8 mi · 50 min · New York State Thruway
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 490, NY 19: LeRoy, Rochester
1 km · 1 min
-
12
Continue on Western Expressway
16.3 mi · 19 min · Western Expressway
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward NY 33 East: Gates Center
2234 ft · 54 sec
-
14
Turn straight onto Buffalo Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Buffalo Road
-
15
Turn left onto Howard Road
1 mi · 2 min · Howard Road
-
16
Turn left onto Spencerport Road
3259 ft · 60 sec · Spencerport Road
-
17
Turn right onto Long Pond Road
2518 ft · 52 sec · Long Pond Road
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Long Pond Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buffalo and North Gates.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
New York State Thruway
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
42.8 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Buffalo and Mostly Sunny near North Gates.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buffalo to North Gates?
The road trip is about 71.7 miles (115.4 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Oakfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.8 miles from Buffalo and 35.9 miles from North Gates.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.8 miles (101 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.14 one way or $20.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Buffalo and Mostly Sunny near North Gates.
Stop Ideas Near Oakfield
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 Oakfield.
Buffalo–Depew station
Buffalo–Exchange Street
Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station
Niagara Falls Station and Customhouse Interpretive Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buffalo and North Gates. Straight-line distance: 62.73 mi (100.95 km).
#1 Buffalo
The second most populous city in New York.
| Population | 254,479 |
| Coordinates | 42.8864500, -78.8783700 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Gates
Census-designated place in Monroe County, New York
| Population | 9,512 |
| Coordinates | 43.1764500, -77.7013900 |
| Altitude | 160 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Gates (-77.70139, 43.17645)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $10.14 | $20.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $11.34 | $22.67 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $11.88 | $23.75 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in New York · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.