How far is Chemung, NY from Buffalo, NY?
Fastest route
The distance from Chemung, New York 14825, to Buffalo, New York, is approximately 155 miles (249 kilometers), and the fastest route is via I-86 W. The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 41 minutes.
Directions
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🚗 Get on I-86 W: Head northwest on Main St toward Wyncoop Creek Rd. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Wyncoop Creek Rd, then turn right to merge onto I-86 W.
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🛣️ Follow I-86 W, NY-15 N/NY-17 W, and I-390 N to NY-36 N in Groveland. Take exit 6 from I-390 N: Stay on I-86 W until you reach NY-15 N/NY-17 W. Continue on I-390 N and take exit 6 for NY-36 toward Mt Morris/Letchworth Pk.
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🚗 Take exit 42 for County Rd 26 toward Coopers Plains: After exiting I-390 N, take exit 42 for County Rd 26.
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🛣️ Turn left onto Meads Creek Rd, then turn right onto NY-415 N/Victory Hwy. Continue to follow NY-415 N.
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🚗 Turn right to merge onto I-86 W/NY-15 N/NY-17 W toward Jamestown. Keep left at the fork to continue on I-390 N.
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🛣️ Take exit 6 for NY-36 toward Mt Morris/Letchworth Pk: Continue on I-390 N until you reach exit 6 for NY-36.
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🚗 Get on NY-400 N in Aurora from US-20A W: Use the right lane to take the ramp onto NY-400 N. Continue on NY-400 N, then take I-190 N to Church St in Buffalo. Take exit 7 from I-190 N.
Tips & Suggestions
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🕑 Plan for breaks: The journey will take about 2 hours and 41 minutes, so consider planning for short breaks along the way to stretch your legs and refresh.
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🚘 Check your vehicle: Before embarking on the trip, ensure your car is in good condition, with sufficient fuel, oil, and other necessary fluids.
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📱 Navigation apps: Use navigation apps or GPS devices to stay updated on traffic conditions and find alternative routes if needed.
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🍴 Pack snacks and drinks: Bring along some snacks and drinks for the road to keep yourself energized during the journey.
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🛣️ Familiarize with the route: Review the directions and route beforehand to familiarize yourself with the roads you'll be taking.
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🌳 Enjoy the scenery: The route offers beautiful landscapes, so take some time to enjoy the scenery during the drive.
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📅 Check weather conditions: Before starting the journey, check the weather forecast to prepare for any adverse weather conditions that might affect your travel.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 02h 43m.
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.
Village in the town of North Dansville, Livingston County, New York
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chemung and Buffalo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chemung and Buffalo.
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Start on Main Street
628 ft · 18 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Wyncoop Creek Road
822 ft · 18 sec · Wyncoop Creek Road
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Take the ramp right
1429 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Southern Tier Expressway
55.5 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Southern Tier Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Genesee Expressway
32.9 mi · 38 min · Genesee Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 36: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park
1030 ft · 23 sec
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Turn left onto Sonyea Road
4.3 mi · 7 min · Sonyea Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.8 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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Continue on Mount Morris Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Mount Morris Road
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Turn left onto Perry Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · Perry Road
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Continue on Leicester Road
7.4 mi · 11 min · Leicester Road
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Continue on East Buffalo Street
4.6 mi · 9 min · East Buffalo Street
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Continue on West Buffalo Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · West Buffalo Road
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Continue on Varysburg Road
10.9 mi · 16 min · Varysburg Road
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Continue on Big Tree Road
10.5 mi · 16 min · Big Tree Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1249 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Aurora Expressway
12.5 mi · 15 min · Aurora Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Buffalo
1283 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
1.3 mi · 2 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 190 North: Downtown Buffalo, Niagara Falls
2943 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Niagara Thruway
4.9 mi · 7 min · Niagara Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward Buffalo, Outer Harbor, Church Street
1258 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on Church Street
159 m · 22 sec · Church Street
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Turn left onto Delaware Avenue
837 ft · 29 sec · Delaware Avenue
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Enter the roundabout toward Niagara Square
893 ft · 30 sec · Niagara Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Niagara Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chemung and Buffalo.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Southern Tier Expressway
Merge slight left onto Southern Tier Expressway
55.5 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Chemung and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Buffalo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chemung to Buffalo?
The road trip is about 154.3 miles (248.3 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?
Dansville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.1 miles from Chemung and 77.2 miles from Buffalo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130 miles (209.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.81 one way or $43.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Chemung and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Buffalo.
Stop Ideas Near Dansville
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 Dansville.
Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station
Buffalo–Depew station
Buffalo–Exchange Street
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chemung and Buffalo. Straight-line distance: 129.97 mi (209.16 km).
#1 Chemung
Human settlement in Chemung County, New York, United States of America
| Population | 2,388 |
| Coordinates | 42.0084100, -76.6238400 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Buffalo
The second most populous city in New York.
| Population | 254,479 |
| Coordinates | 42.8864500, -78.8783700 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: Niagara Square (-78.878786, 42.886515)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $21.81 | $43.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $24.38 | $48.75 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $26.44 | $52.89 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $25.54 | $51.07 |
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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