How far is Clayton Center, NY from Champion, NY?
The driving distance from Clayton Center, NY to Champion, NY is about 38 miles (61.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.6 miles (38 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Jefferson County, New York, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clayton Center and Champion.
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Start on Ellis Road
24 m · 8 sec · Ellis Road
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Turn left onto County Road 5
2.2 mi · 5 min · County Road 5
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Turn left onto State Highway 12
3.2 mi · 5 min · State Highway 12
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Continue on Amelia Street
13.5 mi · 21 min · Amelia Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
1 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Mill Street
1861 ft · 34 sec · Mill Street
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Continue on Public Square
96 m · 8 sec · Public Square
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Continue on State Street
11.3 mi · 18 min · State Street
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Turn left onto County Road 47
564 ft · 16 sec · County Road 47
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 47
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clayton Center and Champion.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Amelia Street
Continue on Amelia Street
13.5 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Clayton Center and Rain Showers Likely near Champion.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clayton Center to Champion?
The road trip is about 38 miles (61.1 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Glen Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Clayton Center and 22.3 miles from Champion.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.6 miles (38 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.37 one way or $10.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Clayton Center and Rain Showers Likely near Champion.
Stop Ideas Near Glen Park
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Rome station
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Empire Expo Center
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clayton Center and Champion. Straight-line distance: 23.59 mi (37.96 km).
#1 Clayton Center
Clayton Center is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.1917200, -76.0421600 |
| Altitude | 127 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Champion
Town in Jefferson County, New York
| Population | 4,236 |
| Coordinates | 43.9622900, -75.6902000 |
| Altitude | 304 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Road 47 (-75.690135, 43.962337)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.37 | $10.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $6.00 | $12.01 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.51 | $13.03 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $6.29 | $12.58 |
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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