How far is West Albany, NY from Van Buren, NY?
The driving distance from West Albany, NY to Van Buren, NY is about 147.3 miles (237.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.2 miles (211.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 48m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
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.
City in Herkimer County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Albany and Van Buren.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Albany and Van Buren.
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Start on Sand Creek Road
22 m · 7 sec · Sand Creek Road
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Turn right onto Exchange Street
1429 ft · 47 sec · Exchange Street
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Turn left onto Everett Road Extension
773 ft · 21 sec · Everett Road Extension
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Take the ramp slight right
1265 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left
141.4 mi · 2 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 690, NY 690: Syracuse, Fulton
2201 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 690 East: Fairgrounds, Syracuse
1225 ft · 30 sec
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Continue straight
116 m · 5 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Jones Road
1632 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto Jones Road
1564 ft · 37 sec · Jones Road
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Turn right onto Van Buren Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Van Buren Road
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Turn left onto Peck Road
27 m · 4 sec · Peck Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Peck Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Albany and Van Buren.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Everett Road Extension
Keep slight left
141 mi · 02h 43m
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 West Albany and Mostly Sunny near Van Buren.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Albany to Van Buren?
The road trip is about 147.3 miles (237.1 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Herkimer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.5 miles from West Albany and 73.8 miles from Van Buren.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.2 miles (211.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 12:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.13 one way or $46.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Albany and Mostly Sunny near Van Buren.
Stop Ideas Near Herkimer
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 Herkimer.
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Rome station
Amsterdam station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Albany and Van Buren. Straight-line distance: 131.15 mi (211.07 km).
#1 West Albany
A hamlet in the town of Albany in Albany County, New York.
| Population | 22,000 |
| Coordinates | 42.6831300, -73.7784500 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Van Buren
Town in New York, United States
| Population | 13,332 |
| Coordinates | 43.1136800, -76.3021500 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: Van Buren (-76.30215, 43.11368)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 237 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $4.45 | $23.13 | $46.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $25.91 | $51.81 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $27.99 | $55.97 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $33.85 | $67.69 |
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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