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

195.4 miles 314.4 km · straight line
246.6 miles actual route 396.9 km · driving distance
5h 7min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
326° NNW bearing direction

How far is New York from Syracuse, New York?

The distance from New York to Syracuse, New York is 195.4 miles (314.4 km) as the crow flies. Syracuse, New York is located NNW of New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 246.6 miles, taking about 5h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for New York and Syracuse, New York. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from New York to Syracuse, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 7min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 8min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 52min $30–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New York & Syracuse, New York

Quick Facts

New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m 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 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM