Origin
Sullivan, NY
Afternoon in Sullivan on Tuesday
Local time
2:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sullivan, NY to Utica, 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
49m
Distance
37.3 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sullivan, NY
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Utica, NY
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Sullivan and Utica, this 37.3-mile trip is a straightforward local transit that takes approximately 41 minutes. Because the drive is so short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend about $6 on fuel for the entire journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit option. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region of New York, you will remain in a familiar environment throughout the trip. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick change of scenery, this route offers a simple, no-fuss way to reach your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 28.3 mi | 32m |
| Seneca Turnpike | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| State Route 5 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| South Peterboro Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| North Genesee Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Genesee Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Canaseraga Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Washington Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 28.3 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sullivan, NY and Utica, NY.
1
Start on Canaseraga Road
63 ft
·
9 sec
·
Canaseraga Road
2
Turn left onto NY 5; NY 13
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 5
3
Continue on NY 5; NY 13
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Seneca Turnpike
4
Turn left onto NY 13
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Peterboro Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 90 East
7
Merge onto I 90
28 mi
·
32 min
·
New York State Thruway
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 790, NY 8, NY 12: Utica
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
10
Keep slight right at fork
159 ft
·
3 sec
11
Turn slight right onto North Genesee Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Genesee Street
12
Continue on Genesee Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Genesee Street
13
Turn right onto Washington Lane
63 ft
·
2 sec
·
Washington Lane
14
Arrive at destination
Washington Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.7 miles from Sullivan, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 35.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NY 5; NY 13 / State Route 5
Turn left onto NY 5; NY 13 / State Route 5
Navigation decision point
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
NY 13 / South Peterboro Street
Turn left onto NY 13 / South Peterboro Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
6.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 90 East
7
35 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward I 790, NY 8, NY 12: Utica
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 790, NY 8, NY 12: Utica
4
35.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.06 one way
$12.12 round trip
$4.13/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| premium | $4.87 | $7.15 | $14.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.60
New York State Thruway
(28.3 mi)
$1.41
Seneca Turnpike
(2.7 mi)
$0.19
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$2
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Utica, NY
Afternoon in Utica on Tuesday
Local time
2:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Dix, NY
19 mi in
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
17 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
49m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via State Route 5, Seneca Turnpike, and South Peterboro Street. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches, you should stay alert for frequent turns and local traffic patterns. The road maintains a consistent, regional character from start to finish, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. It is a practical, ground-level journey that avoids the monotony of major expressways.
Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.3 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 early in the drive near NY 5; NY 13 / State Route 5.
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 9 decision points packed into just 37.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 5; NY 13 / State Route 5): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (NY 13 / South Peterboro Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Arriving in Utica, NY
Full guide →Founded 1734
Utica is the heart of the Mohawk Valley and the seat of Oneida County in Central New York State. Utica offers the charm of small-city living balanced with the cultural and ethnic diversity of an international urban center. At the foot of the Adirondack Mountains, Utica is a truly scenic city that offers the pleasures of both a rural and urban setting.
Top landmarks
- • Utica Memorial Auditorium — multi-purpose arena
- • Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute — arts center in Utica, New York
- • Union Station — railway station in Utica, 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 49m. Total distance: 37.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.3 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.60 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 Utica, 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: near the start (NY 5; NY 13 / State Route 5): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (NY 13 / South Peterboro Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Fort Stanwix National Monument. 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 Utica, 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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