How far is Hastings, NY from Buffalo, NY?

Fastest route

The route from Hastings, New York 13076 to Buffalo, New York is approximately 160 miles long and takes around 2 hours and 46 minutes. The route includes tolls and passes through various highways and streets.

Directions

  1. Head west on County Rte 45 toward Weaver Ave.
  2. Turn right to stay on County Rte 45.
  3. Turn left onto State Rte 3 W.
  4. Turn right to stay on State Rte 3 W.
  5. Continue straight onto Oneida St.
  6. Turn right onto W 1st St N.
  7. Turn left onto Hannibal St.
  8. Turn right onto State Rte 3 W.
  9. Pass by Advance Auto Parts (on the right in 41.2 mi).
  10. Use the left lane to merge onto NY-590 S toward Downtown/Rochester.
  11. Take I-90 W and NY-33 W to N Oak St in Buffalo.
  12. Take the Oak Street exit from NY-33 W.
  13. Use the right lane to merge onto N Oak St.
  14. Turn right onto Genesee St.
  15. Turn right onto Fountain Plz/W Huron St.
  16. Continue to follow W Huron St.
  17. Turn left onto Delaware Ave.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🛣️ Pay attention to the road signs and follow the directions carefully.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • 💰 Keep some cash or a card handy for the tolls on the route.
  • 📱 Consider using a GPS or navigation app for real-time directions.
  • 🚗 Observe the speed limits and drive safely.
  • 📅 Check for any traffic updates or road closures before starting your journey.
  • 📍 Familiarize yourself with the destination address in Buffalo to avoid any confusion.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
167.98 mi
02h 40m
Flight
141.51 mi
227.74 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
141.51 mi
Kilometers
227.74 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
167.98 mi
Kilometers
270.34 km
Drive Time
02h 40m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 40m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Buffalo
Wed, May 13, 3:16 AM EDT
Return by in Hastings
Wed, May 13, 5:56 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hastings
2026-05-13T00:36
Arrive Buffalo
Wed, May 13, 3:16 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 40m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:40 AM to 12:40 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:10 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hastings
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Farmington
NY

Town in New York

From Hastings
83.8 mi
01h 20m
To Buffalo
84.1 mi
01h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62°F
Wednesday

Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 13 mph S
Destination
55°F
Wednesday

Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
16 to 20 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Hastings and Buffalo.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hastings and Buffalo.

  1. 1

    Start on County Route 45

    11 m · 2 sec · County Route 45

  2. 2

    Turn right

    6 mi · 9 min

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East Avenue

    1.1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right toward I 81 South

    1213 ft · 30 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    9.3 mi · 11 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight right

    2721 ft · 33 sec

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 90: Albany, Buffalo

    2487 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on I 90 West: Buffalo

    803 ft · 20 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway

    138.1 mi · 2 hr 40 min · New York State Thruway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward NY 33 West: Buffalo

    1901 ft · 46 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Kensington Expressway

    6.4 mi · 9 min · Kensington Expressway

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on Oak Street

    2170 ft · 40 sec

  14. 14

    Continue on Oak Street

    131 m · 14 sec · Oak Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Genesee Street

    1172 ft · 39 sec · Genesee Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto East Huron Street

    729 ft · 34 sec · East Huron Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Franklin Street

    716 ft · 23 sec · Franklin Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Genesee Street

    123 m · 12 sec · Genesee Street

  19. 19

    Enter the roundabout toward Niagara Square

    119 m · 12 sec · Niagara Square

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Niagara Square

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hastings and Buffalo.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
20 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
New York State Thruway
138 mi · 82%
I 81 South
14.2 mi · 8%
Kensington Expressway
6.41 mi · 4%
East Avenue
1.13 mi · 1%
Oak Street
0.49 mi
I 90
0.47 mi
Longest Stretch

New York State Thruway

Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway

138 mi · 02h 40m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 40m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26.5 mi
141.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Farmington
01h 20m from Hastings
Leave By
1:10 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers leaving Hastings and Rain Showers near Buffalo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hastings to Buffalo?

The road trip is about 168 miles (270.3 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?

Farmington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.8 miles from Hastings and 84.1 miles from Buffalo.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 141.5 miles (227.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.5 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 1:10 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.77 one way or $47.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Hastings and Rain Showers near Buffalo.

Stop Ideas Near Farmington

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Farmington, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Farmington.

RAIL

Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station

27 mi away
320 Central Avenue
RAIL

Empire Expo Center

91 mi away
581 State Fair Blvd
RAIL

William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center

96 mi away
131 Alliance Bank Parkway
RAIL

Buffalo–Depew station

114 mi away
55 Dick Road

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hastings and Buffalo. Straight-line distance: 141.51 mi (227.74 km).

Hastings

#1 Hastings

Town in New York, USA

Population9,160
Coordinates43.3739600, -76.1524300
Altitude145
CountryUnited States
Buffalo

#2 Buffalo

The second most populous city in New York.

Population254,479
Coordinates42.8864500, -78.8783700
Altitude183
CountryUnited States
Start: County Route 45 (-76.152421, 43.373982)
End: Niagara Square (-78.878786, 42.886515)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 270 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 11m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 21m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 05m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.93 gal
22.44 L · about $23.77
Round trip
$47.55
11.86 gal · 44.88 L
Estimated CO2
52.7 kg one way
Round trip: 105.4 kg / 232 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.01 $23.77 $47.55
Mid-grade $4.48 $26.57 $53.14
Premium $4.86 $28.83 $57.65
Diesel $4.69 $27.84 $55.67

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New York · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Hastings and Buffalo. The current time is 00:36:36.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.