Syracuse

New York

6
Destinations

Find driving times and distances from Syracuse, USA to 6 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Syracuse

6 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 4 routes

Albany
149 miles
2h 42min
Rochester NY
88 miles
1h 36min
Ithaca
54 miles
58 min
Binghamton
79 miles
1h 26min

Medium Trips (3–8 hours) — 2 routes

New York
234 miles
4h 15min
Buffalo
166 miles
3h 1min

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Syracuse from Albany?
Syracuse is approximately 149 miles from Albany, with a driving time of around 2h 42min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Syracuse?
There are 4 cities within 3 hours of Syracuse, including Albany, Rochester NY, Ithaca, Binghamton. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Syracuse?
Syracuse has 6 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Syracuse from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Syracuse to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Buffalo, roughly 165 miles away by road.

Buffalo~165 mi · 2h 45m
New York~235 mi · 4h
Hartford~240 mi · 4h 15m
Philadelphia~265 mi · 4h 30m
Providence~305 mi · 5h 15m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Syracuse

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Syracuse by road:

Buffalo (BUF)~155 mi · 2h 45m
Burlington (BTV)~215 mi · 3h 45m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Syracuse: What to Know

Located in New York in the Northeast, Syracuse is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-95, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Road Trips from Syracuse

Looking to hit the road from Syracuse? Browse 8 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, Syracuse connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.