How far is Patterson, NY from Amherst, NY?
The driving distance from Patterson, NY to Amherst, NY is about 380.2 miles (611.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 284.2 miles (457.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 47m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Broome 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 Patterson and Amherst.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Patterson and Amherst.
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Start on State Highway 311
4.2 mi · 7 min · State Highway 311
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Take the ramp right toward Newburgh
1254 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
27.3 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 17K: Montgomery, Newburgh
1226 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right
6.9 mi · 10 min
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Turn slight left onto State Highway 17K
10 mi · 14 min · State Highway 17K
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Take the ramp sharp right toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Wurtsboro, Binghamton
1502 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
109.5 mi · 2 hr 17 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Syracuse
37.4 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 13: Cortland
789 ft · 22 sec
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Turn right onto Clinton Avenue
12 m · 5 sec · Clinton Avenue
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Turn left onto Locust Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Locust Avenue
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Continue on Albany Street
3055 ft · 1 min · Albany Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
2126 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Clinton Street
10.5 mi · 15 min · Clinton Street
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Continue on East Lake Road
2904 ft · 49 sec · East Lake Road
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Continue on State Route 41
4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41
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Continue on East Lake Road
9.4 mi · 14 min · East Lake Road
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Continue on East Lake Street
2676 ft · 48 sec · East Lake Street
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Turn left onto East Genesee Street
7.3 mi · 14 min · East Genesee Street
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Turn right onto North Fulton Street
815 ft · 13 sec · North Fulton Street
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Turn left onto Arterial West
1931 ft · 1 min · Arterial West
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Continue on Chase Street
9.8 mi · 11 min · Chase Street
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Continue on Auburn Road
1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road
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Turn right
4.1 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
97 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto State Route 414
1557 ft · 29 sec · State Route 414
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Continue on Ridge Road
66 m · 11 sec · Ridge Road
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Take the ramp left
945 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Buffalo
3202 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
99.6 mi · 1 hr 55 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 Patterson and Amherst.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 86 West
Merge slight left
110 mi · 02h 17m
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Patterson and Rain Showers near Amherst.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Patterson to Amherst?
The road trip is about 380.2 miles (611.9 km) and usually takes 05h 53m 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?
Lisle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 176.6 miles from Patterson and 203.6 miles from Amherst.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 284.2 miles (457.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 96 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 5:12 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $53.80 one way or $107.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 119.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Patterson and Rain Showers near Amherst.
Stop Ideas Near Lisle
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 Lisle.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Union Station
Rome station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Patterson and Amherst. Straight-line distance: 284.2 mi (457.37 km).
#1 Patterson
Town in Putnam County, New York, United States
| Population | 11,812 |
| Coordinates | 41.5137000, -73.6062400 |
| Altitude | 135 |
| 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: 612 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 44m |
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 | $53.80 | $107.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $60.14 | $120.27 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $65.23 | $130.47 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $62.99 | $125.99 |
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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