How far is Mapes, NY from Alfred, NY?
The driving distance from Mapes, NY to Alfred, NY is about 19.4 miles (31.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mapes and Alfred.
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Start on Stone Dam Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Stone Dam Road
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Turn left onto Stannards Road
4.4 mi · 8 min · Stannards Road
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Continue on South Main Street
3097 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 417
1671 ft · 28 sec · State Highway 417
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Continue on East Dyke Street
1462 ft · 25 sec · East Dyke Street
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Continue on Andover Road
4.4 mi · 7 min · Andover Road
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Turn left onto Elm Valley Road
5.7 mi · 14 min · Elm Valley Road
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Continue on Jericho Hill Road
2.1 mi · 5 min · Jericho Hill Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mapes and Alfred.
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.
Elm Valley Road
Turn left onto Elm Valley Road
5.71 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Mapes and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alfred.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mapes to Alfred?
The road trip is about 19.4 miles (31.3 km) and usually takes 00h 25m 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?
Wellsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.8 miles from Mapes and 9.8 miles from Alfred.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 7:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.77 one way or $5.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Mapes and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alfred.
Stop Ideas Near Wellsville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mapes and Alfred. Straight-line distance: 15.98 mi (25.71 km).
#1 Mapes
Mapes is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.0484000, -77.9325000 |
| Altitude | 473 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alfred
Town in New York
| Population | 4,909 |
| Coordinates | 42.2542400, -77.7905500 |
| Altitude | 538 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-77.790396, 42.254238)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
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 | $2.77 | $5.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $3.35 | $6.71 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $3.24 | $6.48 |
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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