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

255.8 miles 411.6 km · straight line
319.7 miles estimated 514.5 km · driving distance
6h 26min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
291° WNW bearing direction

How far is Providence from Syracuse, New York?

The distance from Providence to Syracuse, New York is 255.8 miles (411.6 km) as the crow flies. Syracuse, New York is located WNW of Providence. By car, the driving distance is approximately 319.7 miles, taking about 6h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Providence in Rhode Island 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 Providence 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 Providence to Syracuse, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 26min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 43min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 7min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Providence & Syracuse, New York

Quick Facts

Providence
41.82°N, 71.41°W
America/New_York
23m 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 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients