Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Syracuse, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ottawa, Ontario, Canada from Syracuse, New York?

The distance from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Syracuse, New York is 165.5 miles (266.3 km) as the crow flies. Syracuse, New York is located S of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 206.9 miles, taking about 4h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Syracuse, New York is in New York, 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 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.