How far is Ilion, NY from Amherst, NY?
The driving distance from Ilion, NY to Amherst, NY is about 207.2 miles (333.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 190.2 miles (306.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 16m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ilion and Amherst.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ilion and Amherst.
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Start on Central Avenue
1401 ft · 30 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right
1982 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1047 ft · 32 sec · East Main Street
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Take the ramp right
1300 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West
2006 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
200.2 mi · 3 hr 52 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 290: Niagara Falls
2277 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on Youngmann Expressway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Youngmann Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 324, NY 240: Sheridan Drive, Harlem Road
1117 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto Sheridan Drive
1.4 km · 2 min · Sheridan Drive
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Turn left onto Millersport Highway
143 m · 14 sec · Millersport Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Millersport Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ilion and Amherst.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
New York State Thruway
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
200 mi · 03h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ilion and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Amherst.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ilion to Amherst?
The road trip is about 207.2 miles (333.4 km) and usually takes 03h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tyre is a useful midpoint, sitting about 103.1 miles from Ilion and 104.1 miles from Amherst.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 190.2 miles (306.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:26 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.31 one way or $58.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ilion and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Amherst.
Stop Ideas Near Tyre
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 Tyre.
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 Ilion and Amherst. Straight-line distance: 190.23 mi (306.14 km).
#1 Ilion
Village in Herkimer County, New York
| Population | 7,616 |
| Coordinates | 43.0150700, -75.0354300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Amherst
Town in New York, United States
| Population | 120,809 |
| Coordinates | 42.9783900, -78.7997600 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Millersport Highway (-78.799874, 42.978447)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 333 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $29.31 | $58.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $32.76 | $65.51 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $35.53 | $71.07 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $34.31 | $68.63 |
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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