How far is Elmira Heights, NY from Southport, NY?
The driving distance from Elmira Heights, NY to Southport, NY is about 6.2 miles (9.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.2 miles (8.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Chemung County, New York, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elmira Heights and Southport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmira Heights and Southport.
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Start on North Park Lane
68 m · 14 sec · North Park Lane
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Turn right onto Prescott Avenue
92 m · 26 sec · Prescott Avenue
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Turn left onto East 13th Street
140 m · 17 sec · East 13th Street
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Turn right onto Grand Central Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · Grand Central Avenue
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Turn right onto Clemens Center Parkway
4.8 mi · 8 min · Clemens Center Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Clemens Center Parkway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elmira Heights and Southport.
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.
Clemens Center Parkway
Turn right onto Clemens Center Parkway
4.76 mi · 00h 08m
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 Elmira Heights and Mostly Sunny near Southport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elmira Heights to Southport?
The road trip is about 6.2 miles (9.9 km) and usually takes 00h 11m 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?
Elmira is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3 miles from Elmira Heights and 3 miles from Southport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.2 miles (8.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1 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 8:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.88 one way or $1.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Elmira Heights and Mostly Sunny near Southport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elmira Heights and Southport. Straight-line distance: 5.18 mi (8.34 km).
#1 Elmira Heights
City in Chemung County, New York, United States of America
| Population | 3,747 |
| Coordinates | 42.1298000, -76.8207900 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Southport
Town in New York state
| Population | 9,622 |
| Coordinates | 42.0548000, -76.8191200 |
| Altitude | 271 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southport (-76.81912, 42.0548)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 10 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $0.88 | $1.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $0.99 | $1.97 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $1.07 | $2.14 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $1.03 | $2.07 |
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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