From Ithaca, NY (ITH)

Via Plane + Car

📍 44.1 Miles 🚘 58 Minutes 🚲 4 Hours 58 Minutes

 

By Car & Plane

Creating a route from Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) to Hammondsport, NY, that includes NY-79, NY-414, and County Route 23 involves a bit of careful planning since you want to utilize specific roads. Here's a step-by-step guide for your journey:

1. Start at Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH): Begin your journey on Warren Rd.

2. Head toward Ithaca: Turn left onto Brown Road. Continue until you reach the intersection with NY-13 S.

3. Merge onto NY-13 S: Follow NY-13 S for a brief period.

4. Take the ramp to NY-79 W: You'll find the ramp to merge onto NY-79 W toward Ithaca. This is a crucial part of your journey, as NY-79 will take you through some scenic areas and is a key road for reaching your next major road, NY-414.

5. Follow NY-79 W to Burdett: Continue on NY-79 W through the towns and countryside. This route will take you through downtown Ithaca and past the beautiful landscapes of the Finger Lakes region. Be prepared for some winding roads and potentially slow traffic through small towns.

6. Turn right onto NY-414 S in Burdett: Once you reach Burdett, look for NY-414 S and make a right turn onto it. NY-414 S will take you further south towards Watkins Glen and beyond.

7. Continue on NY-414 S to Watkins Glen: As you follow NY-414 S, you will eventually enter Watkins Glen. This area is known for its beautiful state park and the famous Watkins Glen International race track.

8. Find County Route 23: After passing through Watkins Glen, stay on NY-414 S. You will need to be on the lookout for the intersection with County Route 23. This might require you to make a turn off NY-414 S, depending on the most updated road configurations and connections to County Route 23.

9. Take County Route 23 to Hammondsport: Once on County Route 23, follow it directly to Hammondsport. This route will take you through some picturesque rural areas of the Finger Lakes region, concluding your journey in the charming village of Hammondsport, located at the southern tip of Keuka Lake.

Remember, road conditions, construction, and detours can affect your trip, so it's a good idea to check a current map or GPS device for the most accurate and up-to-date directions. Additionally, the step involving County Route 23 might require a bit of navigation skill, as local roads can sometimes be less straightforward than major highways. Enjoy your drive through one of New York State's most scenic areas!