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

201.7 miles 324.6 km · straight line
252.2 miles estimated 405.8 km · driving distance
5h 4min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Princeton, New Jersey from Syracuse, New York?

The distance from Princeton, New Jersey to Syracuse, New York is 201.7 miles (324.6 km) as the crow flies. Syracuse, New York is located NNW of Princeton, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 252.2 miles, taking about 5h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Princeton, New Jersey in New Jersey 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 Princeton, New Jersey 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 Princeton, New Jersey to Syracuse, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 4min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 5min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 49min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Princeton, New Jersey & Syracuse, New York

Quick Facts

Princeton, New Jersey
40.35°N, 74.66°W
America/New_York
62m 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 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients