Origin
Apulia, NY
Late night in Apulia on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Apulia, NY to Baldwinsville, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
31.7 mi
51 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Apulia, NY
Benoit Dujardin
Baldwinsville, NY
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
Apulia, NY to Baldwinsville, NY is 31.7 miles and takes about 43 minutes via I 81, I 690, and Apulia Road, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip entirely within New York's Northeast region. Expect a quick journey that keeps you mostly on major roadways, making it ideal for a short excursion or a commute. Given its brevity, you'll likely find it easy to plan around traffic or other commitments.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 10.6 mi | 13m |
| I 690 | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| Apulia Road | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| NY 690 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Cherry Valley Turnpike | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| State Route 80 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Van Buren Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Syracuse Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 10.6 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apulia, NY and Baldwinsville, NY.
1
Start on this road
30 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto NY 80
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 80
3
Turn right onto Apulia Road
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Apulia Road
4
Turn slight left onto US 20
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Valley Turnpike
5
Turn right onto US 11
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Route 11
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 81
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 81
Toward Syracuse
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I-81
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
I-81
10
Continue on I 81
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 81
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 690 West: Fairgrounds, Baldwinsville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 690
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
I 690
Toward Fairgrounds, Baldwinsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on NY 690
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 690
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Van Buren Road
15
Turn right onto Van Buren Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Van Buren Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto NY 48
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Syracuse Street
17
Continue on NY 48
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Oswego Street
18
Turn left onto NY 31; NY 370
5 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Genesee Street
19
Arrive at destination
NY 31; NY 370
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 7.7 and 31.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
7.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 81
Merge onto I 81
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
15.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81 toward Syracuse
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Syracuse
7
18.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward I 690 West: Fairgrounds, Baldwinsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 690 West: Fairgrounds, Baldwinsville
7
19 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 690
Merge onto I 690 toward Fairgrounds, Baldwinsville
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Fairgrounds, Baldwinsville
5
31.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
NY 31; NY 370 / West Genesee Street
Turn left onto NY 31; NY 370 / West Genesee Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.22 one way
$10.44 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.64 | $11.28 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.14 | $12.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.10
Cherry Valley Turnpike
(1.5 mi)
$0.10
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$0
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Baldwinsville, NY
Late night in Baldwinsville on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 77% of the route utilizing major interstates like I 81 and I 690. You'll experience stretches of relatively fast-paced travel, including a longest continuous segment of 10.6 miles on I 81. While much of the journey is on these high-speed roads, you'll also navigate local segments on Apulia Road. The transition between these road types is generally smooth, offering a consistent driving experience without overly technical maneuvers.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.6 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and I 690. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near I 81.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 31.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Apulia, NY and Baldwinsville, NY, road signs point toward Syracuse and Fairgrounds.
Syracuse
15.2 mi in
|
~21m
|
via I 81
Fairgrounds
19 mi in
|
~26m
|
via I 690
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 31.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.6 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.10 in tolls one way, starting with Cherry Valley Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Baldwinsville, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Women's Rights National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Baldwinsville, NY before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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