How far is Pendleton, NY from Sunset Beach, NY?
The driving distance from Pendleton, NY to Sunset Beach, NY is about 23.6 miles (38 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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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 00h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Niagara County, New York, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pendleton and Sunset Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pendleton and Sunset Beach.
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Start on East Canal Road
3.5 mi · 9 min · East Canal Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Robinson Road
656 ft · 14 sec · Robinson Road
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Continue on Lockport Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Lockport Road
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Turn right onto Campbell Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · Campbell Boulevard
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Continue on Lockport Junction Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Lockport Junction Road
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Continue on Townline Road
3 mi · 5 min · Townline Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Ridge Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Ridge Road
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Continue on North Ridge Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Ridge Road
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Turn right onto Cambria Wilson Road
2885 ft · 58 sec · Cambria Wilson Road
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Continue on Wilson - Cambria Road
5.1 mi · 9 min · Wilson - Cambria Road
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Continue on Lake Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lake Street
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Turn sharp left onto Young Street
1666 ft · 46 sec · Young Street
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Continue on Youngstown Road
122 m · 13 sec · Youngstown Road
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Turn right onto West Lake Road
1214 ft · 38 sec · West Lake Road
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Continue on West Lake Road
1.3 km · 1 min · West Lake Road
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Turn right
1281 ft · 2 min
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Keep slight right
1133 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Sunset Island Road
2233 ft · 4 min · Sunset Island Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sunset Island Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pendleton and Sunset Beach.
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.
Wilson - Cambria Road
Continue on Wilson - Cambria Road
5.08 mi · 00h 09m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Pendleton and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sunset Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pendleton to Sunset Beach?
The road trip is about 23.6 miles (38 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Lockport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.8 miles from Pendleton and 11.8 miles from Sunset Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.53 one way or $7.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Pendleton and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sunset Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Lockport
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 Lockport.
Niagara Falls Station and Customhouse Interpretive Center
Buffalo–Depew station
Buffalo–Exchange Street
Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pendleton and Sunset Beach. Straight-line distance: 16.81 mi (27.05 km).
#1 Pendleton
Town in Niagara County, New York, USA
| Population | 6,820 |
| Coordinates | 43.0870000, -78.7278100 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sunset Beach
Situated along the southern shore of Lake Ontario, this small hamlet falls under the jurisdiction of the Town of Wilson in northern Niagara County.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.3153300, -78.8431000 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sunset Beach (-78.8431, 43.31533)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $4.25 | $3.53 | $7.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.80 | $3.98 | $7.96 |
| Premium | $5.20 | $4.32 | $8.63 |
| Diesel | $6.43 | $5.34 | $10.67 |
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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