Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 3m
Distance
251.2 mi
404 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Syracuse, NY
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East Tremont, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Syracuse, NY to East Tremont, NY is 251.2 miles and takes about 5h 3m via I 81 and I 380, with a fuel budget near $41 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily traversing New York. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the highway, making it a straightforward drive. With only one recommended stop and a drive time under six hours, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
125.6 miles from Syracuse, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 127.9 mi | 2h 31m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| I 84 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| I 95 EXPR | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Fort Lee Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 168 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,210 veh/hr typical · worst 4,900
Quietest
1 AM
~430 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, NY and East Tremont, NY.
Start on US 11
Turn left onto NY 92
Turn right onto Almond Street
Turn slight right
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 81
Continue on I-81
Continue on I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
Continue on I 84; I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right
Turn straight onto CR 56
Continue on CR 56
Continue on CR 56
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Take the exit onto US 1
Turn left onto US 1
Turn right onto East Tremont Avenue
Arrive at destination
For this 251.2-mile drive, leaving Syracuse, NY in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. The estimated duration of 5h 3m, including one stop, means you should arrive in East Tremont, NY with ample time. Given the relatively short distance and highway focus, there's no pressing need to split the drive, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider an early lunch stop. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $41, and it's wise to fill up before embarking on the 127.9-mile stretch on I 81 to avoid potential delays.
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.
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 55 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.6 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Tremont, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Syracuse, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Syracuse, NY
This is one driving day of about 251.2 miles and 5h 3m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
126 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.
A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 125.6 miles from Syracuse, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 127.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 244.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto NY 92 / East Genesee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$40.82 one way
$81.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $44.19 | $88.37 |
| premium | $4.87 | $48.12 | $96.25 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $53.43 | $106.87 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
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
$41
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.4 | 0 | $26.38 | $12.06 |
| Efficient EV | 62.8 | 0 | $21.98 | $10.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.5 | 1 | $35.17 | $16.08 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Syracuse on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Mostly Cloudy
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 24 at 11:36AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Night in East Tremont on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is mostly highway, with 64% of the route on interstates. You'll encounter a long stretch of 127.9 miles on I 81, offering a consistent cruising experience. The transition to surface roads will occur after this major highway segment. Expect a good number of exits and merges as you navigate through various populated areas.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. 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 92 / East Genesee Street.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 251.2 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: near the start (NY 92 / East Genesee Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 129.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Syracuse, NY and East Tremont, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono and Milford.
Mt Pocono
Milford
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
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Syracuse, NY
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Syracuse, NY
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 06:30-17:00; Sa-Su 08:00-15:00
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Near the start, right off the route
Syracuse, NY
Cafe
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Cafe
Near the start, short detour
Syracuse, NY
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-24:00
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Near the start, right off the route
Syracuse, NY
Cuisine: spanish
Hours: Mo-Fr 10:00-22:00; Sa 16:00-22:00; Su 11...
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Near the start, right off the route
Syracuse, NY
Cuisine: diner
Hours: Mo-We 07:00-22:00; Th-Fr 07:00-04:00; Sa...
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Parsippany, NJ
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-21:00; Sa-Su 10:00-20:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Parsippany, NJ
Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop
Hours: 05:00-20:00
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Later in the drive, right off the route
Stroudsburg, PA
Cuisine: mexican
Hours: 11:00-22:00
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Syracuse, NY
Cuisine: steak_house
Hours: Mo-Sa 17:00-23:30
Visit websitePark
Near the end, right off the route
Park
Near the end, right off the route
Attraction
Near the end, right off the route
Park
Near the start, short detour
Park
Near the end, right off the route
Park
Near the end, short detour
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
Syracuse, NY
Hours: We-Fr 10:00-16:00; Sa-Su 11:00-16:00
Visit websiteMemorial
Near the start, right off the route
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
Artwork
Near the start, right off the route
Hotel
Later in the drive, short detour
Stroudsburg, PA
Hours: 24/7
Visit websiteCamp_site
Later in the drive, short detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 3m. Total distance: 251.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
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 FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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