Origin
Gardnertown, NY
Morning in Gardnertown on Tuesday
Local time
9:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gardnertown, NY to Syracuse, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 12m
Distance
202.2 mi
325 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 0m
★
6 AM
4h 13m
8 AM
4h 39m
10 AM
4h 22m
12 PM
4h 19m
3 PM
4h 23m
5 PM
4h 38m
8 PM
4h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gardnertown, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Syracuse, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 202.2-mile drive from Gardnertown, NY, to Syracuse, NY, is a straightforward highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in about 4 hours and 12 minutes. With 95% of the route on highways, it's well-suited for a single day trip, keeping your fuel cost around $33. You'll primarily be navigating on NY 17 and I 81. The entire trip stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent travel experience as you head north. This route is a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
101.1 miles from Gardnertown, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 109.5 mi | 2h 17m |
| I 81 | 70.5 mi | 1h 22m |
| State Highway 17K | 10 mi | 13m |
| NY 17K | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| I 84 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Route 300 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Union Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| I-81 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 109.5 mi, about 2h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gardnertown, NY and Syracuse, NY.
1
Start on Union Avenue
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Union Avenue
2
Turn straight onto NY 300
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 300
3
Continue on NY 300
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Union Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 84 West: Scranton
5
Merge onto I 84
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 84
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 34
Toward NY 17K: Montgomery, Newburgh
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto NY 17K
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
NY 17K
8
Turn slight left onto NY 17K
10 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 17K
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Wurtsboro, Binghamton
10
Merge onto NY 17
110 mi
·
2 hr 17 min
·
NY 17
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
66 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 81
Toward Syracuse
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on I-81
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
I-81
15
Continue on I 81
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Adams Street, Harrison Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on Almond Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Almond Street
Use the left / slight left / straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto NY 92
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Genesee Street
19
At end of road, turn right onto US 11
10 ft
·
0 sec
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South State Street
20
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4-hour duration, this route works well as a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave Gardnertown in the morning to take advantage of the full day upon arrival in Syracuse. With only one recommended stop, you can plan your break strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 109.5 miles on NY 17, to ensure you don't need to pull over unexpectedly. The $33 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 101.1 miles from Gardnertown, NY, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.5 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 44 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.1 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 29m
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 Gardnertown, 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 Gardnertown, NY
This is one driving day of about 202.2 miles and 4h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Gardnertown, 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 NY 17 for about 109.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101.1 miles from Gardnertown, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 3.6 and 201.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
3.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward NY 17K: Montgomery, Newburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 34
Toward NY 17K: Montgomery, Newburgh
6
20.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the ramp toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Wurtsboro, Binghamton
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Wurtsboro, Bingha...
7
132.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
|
I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 North: Syracuse
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
7
198.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 7m 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
201.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 10m in
Take the exit toward Adams Street, Harrison Street
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 Adams Street, Harrison Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.28 one way
$66.57 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $35.99 | $71.98 |
| premium | $4.92 | $39.19 | $78.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.64 | $89.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.23 | $9.71 |
| Efficient EV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.69 | $8.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.9 | 1 | $28.31 | $12.94 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
Syracuse, NY
Morning in Syracuse on Tuesday
Local time
9:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
W 10 mph
67% chance
Live forecast
41°F
Walton, NY
101 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
19 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
4h 12m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 195.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 95% of your travel occurring on major roadways like NY 17 and I 81. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 109.5 miles on NY 17, offering a substantial period of consistent cruising. While the route profile suggests a highway-focused experience, there might be brief transitions as you move between these main arteries, such as State Highway 17K. This drive emphasizes forward momentum rather than winding scenic byways.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.5 mi on NY 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
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 202.2 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 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 132.3 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gardnertown, NY and Syracuse, NY, road signs point toward Binghamton and Albany.
Binghamton
20.7 mi in
|
~30m
Albany
130.5 mi in
|
~2h 47m
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via I 81
About the Cities
Arriving in Syracuse, NY
Full guide →Founded 1848
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 202.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 109.5 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 132.3 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Harriet Tubman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Syracuse, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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