How far is Elmwood, NY from Ira, NY?
The driving distance from Elmwood, NY to Ira, NY is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.3 miles (44 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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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City in Cayuga County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elmwood and Ira.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmwood and Ira.
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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
8.6 mi · 13 min · South Street
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Continue on South Seneca Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Seneca Street
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Continue on State Highway 34
7.7 mi · 11 min · State Highway 34
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Continue on South Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Street
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Continue on State Highway 34
3.2 mi · 5 min · State Highway 34
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Turn right onto Ira Station Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Ira Station Road
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Turn right onto Ferris Road
23 m · 3 sec · Ferris Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ferris Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elmwood and Ira.
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.
South Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Street
8.56 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Elmwood and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ira.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elmwood to Ira?
The road trip is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Weedsport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.2 miles from Elmwood and 15.3 miles from Ira.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.3 miles (44 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.33 one way or $8.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Elmwood and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ira.
Stop Ideas Near Weedsport
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 Weedsport.
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 Ira. Straight-line distance: 27.32 mi (43.97 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 Ira
City in Cayuga County, New York, United States of America
| Population | 2,185 |
| Coordinates | 43.2214600, -76.5563300 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ferris Road (-76.556225, 43.221463)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $4.84 | $9.68 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $5.07 | $10.14 |
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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