Traveling from Bennington to Syracuse is a straightforward 129.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete. Because this route fits comfortably into a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to spend roughly $21 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your regional travels within the Northeast. You will primarily utilize a combination of Alexander Road, the New York State Thruway, and I-690 to reach your destination. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a manageable balance of local roads and major thoroughfares.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.8 miles from Bennington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
100.3 mi
1h 55m
Alexander Road
9.3 mi
13m
I 690
7.9 mi
9m
Clinton Street
5.7 mi
7m
Oak Street
1.2 mi
2m
Walnut Street
0.7 mi
1m
Main Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Market Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 100.3 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, NY and Syracuse, NY.
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Start on NY 354
5.7 mi·7 min·Clinton Street
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Continue on NY 354
0.3 mi·48 sec·West Main Street
3
Turn slight right onto NY 354
0.3 mi·51 sec·Attica-Bennington Highway
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At end of road, turn left onto NY 98
0.1 mi·21 sec·High Street
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Continue on NY 98; NY 238
0.4 mi·33 sec·Market Street
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Turn straight onto NY 98
2.7 mi·4 min·Alexander Road
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Continue on NY 98
0.5 mi·45 sec·Main Street
8
Continue on NY 98
6.6 mi·9 min·Alexander Road
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Continue on NY 98
0.7 mi·1 min·Walnut Street
10
Continue on NY 98
0.1 mi·11 sec·South Main Street
11
Enter roundabout onto NY 33; NY 98
23 ft·0 sec·Oak Street
12
Continue on NY 33; NY 98
1.2 mi·2 min·Oak Street
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 90 East
15
Merge onto I 90
100 mi·1 hr 55 min·New York State Thruway
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Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 39Toward I 690, NY 690: Syracuse, FultonUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 690 East: Fairgrounds, Syracuse
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Continue on I 690
7.9 mi·9 min·I 690
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
Toward DowntownUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward DowntownUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn left onto NY 5
0.4 mi·1 min·West Genesee Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on NY 5
0.1 mi·23 sec·James Street
23
Turn right onto NY 5
317 ft·11 sec·Oswego Boulevard
24
Continue on NY 5
524 ft·18 sec·Erie Boulevard East
25
Turn right onto US 11
0.2 mi·25 sec·South State Street
Use the straight lane.
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Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable one-day drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around traffic patterns. You should account for at least one stop during the 129.5-mile trek to stretch your legs and refresh. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $21 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and current local pricing. Because you are navigating a mix of local roads like Alexander Road and major arteries like I-690, stay alert for changing speed limits and signage. Planning your single stop along the 100.3-mile Thruway stretch is the most efficient way to maintain your momentum throughout the day.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.8 miles from Bennington, NY, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 28 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.8 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Syracuse, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bennington, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bennington, NY
This is one driving day of about 129.5 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Bennington, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 100.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 119.6 and 129.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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119.6 mi into trip|~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward I 690, NY 690: Syracuse, Fulton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 39
Toward I 690, NY 690: Syracuse, Fulton
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120.3 mi into trip|~2h 27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 690 East: Fairgrounds, Syracuse
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 690 East: Fairgrounds, Syracuse
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128.4 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Downtown
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128.6 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Downtown
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129.4 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|US 11 / South State Street
Turn right onto US 11 / South State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.32 one way
$42.63 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg45 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$23.05
$46.10
premium
$4.92
$25.10
$50.20
diesel
$5.61
$28.59
$57.18
Estimated Tolls: $5.01
New York State Thruway
(100.3 mi)$5.01
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
38.9
0
$13.60
$6.22
Efficient EV
32.4
0
$11.33
$5.18
EV Truck/SUV
51.8
0
$18.13
$8.29
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Bennington, NY
Morning
in Bennington on Sunday
Local time
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Syracuse, NY
Morning
in Syracuse on Sunday
Local time
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 7 mph60% chanceLive forecast
58°F
Manchester, NY
65 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
37 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 40m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Women's Rights National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 89.3
Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...
9 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 98.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a distinct 'turn-heavy' local character that shifts significantly once you merge onto the larger highways. While only 6% of your journey consists of highway driving, you will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch of 100.3 miles cruising along the New York State Thruway. Navigating the initial local sections requires more focus, but the transition to the Thruway allows for a more consistent pace. Be prepared for the contrast between these technical local roads and the more predictable, high-speed segments of the interstate. It is a drive that demands a bit more attention at the start before settling into a steady rhythm.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.3 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 119.6 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 129.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 119.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bennington, NY to Syracuse, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Fulton along the way.
Syracuse is a city in Central New York. With a population of 149,000 in city proper and 662,000 in its metro area (2020), Syracuse is the fifth largest city in the state of New York, and the third largest in Upstate New York.
Top landmarks
•Oncenter War Memorial Arena — arena in Syracuse, New York
•Everson Museum of Art — art museum in Syracuse, New York
•Niagara Mohawk Building — historic commercial building in New York, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 129.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 100.3 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.01 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. 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 Syracuse, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 119.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Women's Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman 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 Syracuse, NY before heading back.
