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

How far is Portland, Maine from Syracuse, New York?

The distance from Portland, Maine to Syracuse, New York is 298.9 miles (481 km) as the crow flies. Syracuse, New York is located W of Portland, Maine. By car, the driving distance is approximately 373.6 miles, taking about 7h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Portland, Maine in Maine and Syracuse, New York in New York.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Portland, Maine 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.