How far is Utica, NY from Brighton, NY?
The driving distance from Utica, NY to Brighton, NY is about 132.5 miles (213.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
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.
Village in New York, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Utica and Brighton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Utica and Brighton.
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Start on Washington Lane
19 m · 10 sec · Washington Lane
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Turn left onto Genesee Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Genesee Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 90
2037 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West
3041 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
117.8 mi · 2 hr 16 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 490: Rochester
2126 ft · 52 sec
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Continue on Eastern Expressway
11.3 mi · 14 min · Eastern Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward University Avenue, Winton Road
1332 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto University Avenue
102 m · 10 sec · University Avenue
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Turn right onto North Winton Road
138 m · 10 sec · North Winton Road
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Turn right onto Halstead Street
971 ft · 50 sec · Halstead Street
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Turn sharp left
54 m · 13 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Utica and Brighton.
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
118 mi · 02h 16m
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 Sunny leaving Utica and Mostly Sunny near Brighton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Utica to Brighton?
The road trip is about 132.5 miles (213.2 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Jordan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.1 miles from Utica and 66.4 miles from Brighton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 1:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.77 one way or $41.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Utica and Mostly Sunny near Brighton.
Stop Ideas Near Jordan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Cafe
Syracuse City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jordan.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Rome station
Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Utica and Brighton. Straight-line distance: 116.93 mi (188.18 km).
#1 Utica
The most populous city in Oneida County, New York.
| Population | 59,253 |
| Coordinates | 43.1009000, -75.2326600 |
| Altitude | 139 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brighton
Town in Monroe County, New York, USA
| Population | 36,609 |
| Coordinates | 43.1475600, -77.5505500 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brighton (-77.55055, 43.14756)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 213 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.45 | $20.77 | $41.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $23.27 | $46.53 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $25.13 | $50.27 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $30.40 | $60.79 |
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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