Chelmsford, Massachusetts to Syracuse, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

244.2 miles 393 km · straight line
305.3 miles estimated 491.3 km · driving distance
6h 8min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
279° W bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, Massachusetts from Syracuse, New York?

The distance from Chelmsford, Massachusetts to Syracuse, New York is 244.2 miles (393 km) as the crow flies. Syracuse, New York is located W of Chelmsford, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 305.3 miles, taking about 6h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Chelmsford, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Syracuse, New York in New York.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chelmsford, Massachusetts and Syracuse, New York. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Chelmsford, Massachusetts to Syracuse, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 8min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 22min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 50min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, Massachusetts & Syracuse, New York

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, Massachusetts
42.60°N, 71.37°W
America/New_York
75m elevation
Syracuse, New York
43.05°N, 76.15°W
America/New_York
121m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients