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
- Head west on County Rte 45 toward Weaver Ave.
- Turn right to stay on County Rte 45.
- Turn left onto State Rte 3 W.
- Turn right to stay on State Rte 3 W.
- Continue straight onto Oneida St.
- Turn right onto W 1st St N.
- Turn left onto Hannibal St.
- Turn right onto State Rte 3 W.
- Pass by Advance Auto Parts (on the right in 41.2 mi).
- Use the left lane to merge onto NY-590 S toward Downtown/Rochester.
- Take I-90 W and NY-33 W to N Oak St in Buffalo.
- Take the Oak Street exit from NY-33 W.
- Use the right lane to merge onto N Oak St.
- Turn right onto Genesee St.
- Turn right onto Fountain Plz/W Huron St.
- Continue to follow W Huron St.
- 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.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in New York
Route Weather Snapshot
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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.
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Start on County Route 45
11 m · 2 sec · County Route 45
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Turn right
6 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto East Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward I 81 South
1213 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
9.3 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight right
2721 ft · 33 sec
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90: Albany, Buffalo
2487 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 West: Buffalo
803 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
138.1 mi · 2 hr 40 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 33 West: Buffalo
1901 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kensington Expressway
6.4 mi · 9 min · Kensington Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Oak Street
2170 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on Oak Street
131 m · 14 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right onto Genesee Street
1172 ft · 39 sec · Genesee Street
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Turn right onto East Huron Street
729 ft · 34 sec · East Huron Street
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Turn left onto Franklin Street
716 ft · 23 sec · Franklin Street
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Turn right onto Genesee Street
123 m · 12 sec · Genesee Street
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Enter the roundabout toward Niagara Square
119 m · 12 sec · Niagara Square
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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.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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.
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 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.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Farmington.
Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Buffalo–Depew station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hastings and Buffalo. Straight-line distance: 141.51 mi (227.74 km).
#1 Hastings
Town in New York, USA
| Population | 9,160 |
| Coordinates | 43.3739600, -76.1524300 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Buffalo
The second most populous city in New York.
| Population | 254,479 |
| Coordinates | 42.8864500, -78.8783700 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: Niagara Square (-78.878786, 42.886515)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 270 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round 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.
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