How far is Elmwood, NY from Auburn, NY?
The driving distance from Elmwood, NY to Auburn, NY is about 8.6 miles (13.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.6 miles (12.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Cayuga County, New York, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elmwood and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmwood and Auburn.
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Start on West Lake Road
5.8 mi · 8 min · West Lake Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward White Bridge Road
550 ft · 12 sec · White Bridge Road
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Exit the roundabout onto White Bridge Road
59 m · 4 sec · White Bridge Road
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Continue on Lake Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Lake Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Swift Street
3210 ft · 1 min · Swift Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elmwood and Auburn.
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.
West Lake Road
Start on West Lake Road
5.82 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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Elmwood and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elmwood to Auburn?
The road trip is about 8.6 miles (13.8 km) and usually takes 00h 14m 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?
Fleming is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.3 miles from Elmwood and 4.3 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.6 miles (12.2 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 8:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.20 one way or $2.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Elmwood and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Fleming
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 Fleming.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station
Rome station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elmwood and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 7.57 mi (12.18 km).
#1 Elmwood
Elmwood is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.8267400, -76.5232700 |
| Altitude | 238 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Auburn
City in Cayuga County, New York
| Population | 25,915 |
| Coordinates | 42.9317300, -76.5660500 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Street (-76.566128, 42.931726)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $1.20 | $2.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $1.34 | $2.69 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $1.46 | $2.92 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $1.41 | $2.82 |
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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