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Trip from Syracuse, NY to Westhampton, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 44m

Distance

323.9 mi

521 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
6h 32m ★
6 AM
6h 44m
8 AM
7h 8m
10 AM
6h 53m
12 PM
6h 50m
3 PM
6h 54m
5 PM
7h 7m
8 PM
6h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in and county seat of Onondaga County, New York, United States

Syracuse, NY

Wikimedia Commons

Downtown Westhampton, NY, NY

Westhampton, NY

Peter Olexa

Trip Overview

Syracuse to Westhampton is 323.9 miles and takes about 6h 44m via I 81 and Long Island Expressway, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, taking you from the Northeast region of the state down towards Long Island. The drive is predominantly on major highways, making it a straightforward option for a single-day trip. You'll experience a consistent pace for most of the journey, with the majority of it spent on high-speed roads.

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

162 miles from Syracuse, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 81 127.9 mi 2h 31m
Keystone Shortway 80 mi 1h 37m
Long Island Expressway 43.5 mi 59m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
Sunrise Highway 8.6 mi 11m
Cross Bronx Expressway 6.6 mi 8m
Christopher Columbus Highway 5.5 mi 5m
Old Country Road 3.9 mi 7m
Longest stretch: I 81 — 127.9 mi, about 2h 31m

Traffic on I-80

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 336 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

3 PM

~4,190 veh/hr typical · worst 4,979

Quietest

1 AM

~446 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

9.4×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 103 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, NY and Westhampton, NY.

1

Start on US 11

10 ft · 5 sec · South State Street
2

Turn left onto NY 92

0.3 mi · 31 sec · East Genesee Street
Use the left lane.
3

Turn right onto Almond Street

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Almond Street
4

Turn slight right

296 ft · 5 sec
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward I 81 South
6

Merge onto I 81

2.0 mi · 2 min · I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on I-81

0.8 mi · 48 sec · I-81
8

Continue on I 81

73 mi · 1 hr 25 min · I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6
Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.
12

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380
Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
13

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
14

Merge onto I 80

80 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 5 min · Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 38 sec
Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck Use the slight right lane.
18

Turn right

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Exit 70A Toward Leonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Turn straight onto CR 56

454 ft · 9 sec · Degraw Avenue
20

Continue on CR 56

1.1 mi · 2 min · Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Continue on CR 56

469 ft · 13 sec · Main Street
22

Take the ramp

472 ft · 12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
23

Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Take the exit

312 ft · 4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
25

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.3 mi · 20 sec · I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR
27

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
29

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.7 mi · 6 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295

2.0 mi · 2 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
31

Merge onto I 295

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway
32

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Continue on I 295

3.2 mi · 3 min · Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 4E-W Toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 4E Toward I 495 East: Long Island Expressway, Eastern Long Island
36

Merge onto I 495

43 mi · 59 min · Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 65 Toward CR 16: Horse Block Road, Centereach, Shirley Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38

Turn straight onto Express Drive South

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Express Drive South
Toward I 495, CR 101: Yaphank, Riverhead
39

Turn slight right onto CR 16

3.8 mi · 5 min · Horseblock Road
Use the right lane.
40

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward NY 27 East: Montauk Use the right lane.
41

Merge onto NY 27

8.6 mi · 11 min · Sunrise Highway
Use the right lane.
42

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 61 Toward CR 51: East Moriches, Riverhead Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward CR 51 South: East Moriches Use the slight right lane.
44

Continue on South Sunrise Highway Service Road

0.5 mi · 59 sec · South Sunrise Highway Service Road
Toward NY 27 East: Sunrise Highway Eastbound, Montauk
45

Turn right onto CR 55

0.5 mi · 58 sec · Eastport Manor Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
46

Turn left onto Old Country Road

3.9 mi · 7 min · Old Country Road
Use the left lane.
47

Turn right onto Seabreeze Avenue

159 ft · 6 sec · Seabreeze Avenue
48

Arrive at destination

Seabreeze Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 6h 44m estimated drive time, leaving Syracuse in the morning should allow you to reach Westhampton before dark. The route is designed for a single day, so you won't need to plan for an overnight stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer 127.9-mile segment on I 81 where services might be spaced further apart. Budgeting around $54 for fuel should cover the 323.9-mile trip. Take advantage of the flexibility this single-day drive offers by stopping when you feel the need for a break.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 162 miles from Syracuse, NY, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 127.9 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 71 miles or 1h 24m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 162 miles or 3h 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 5h 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westhampton, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Syracuse, 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 Syracuse, NY

This is one driving day of about 323.9 miles and 6h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Syracuse, 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 I 81 for about 127.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

most populous city in the United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New York City, NY

162 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

Norwich, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New York City, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 162 miles from Syracuse, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Rest area

0 mi from route

Rest Area

0 mi from route

Rest Area

0 mi from route

Crescent Lake Rest Area

0 mi from route

Rest Area

0 mi from route

Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Flying J Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Broome Gateway Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Whitney Point Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Pennsylvania Welcome Center

0.1 mi from route

Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Onvo Travel Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Preble

0.1 mi from route

Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Long Island Welcome Center

0.1 mi from route

Onvo Travel Plaza

0.1 mi from route

TA

0.1 mi from route

Penn-Can Travel Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Pennsylvania Welcome Center

0.1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.3 mi from route

TA

0.4 mi from route

Onvo Travel Plaza

0.4 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.7 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.7 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.2 mi from route

Fred R. Harrison Service Complex

1.6 mi from route

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 34

5 decision points cluster between mile 129.5 and 261.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
129.5 mi into trip | ~2h 34m in | US 6

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
244 mi into trip | ~4h 50m in

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
244.3 mi into trip | ~4h 50m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck
8
253.7 mi into trip | ~5h 4m in | I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
8
261.5 mi into trip | ~5h 15m in

Take the exit toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island

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 4E-W Toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.32 one way

$108.65 round trip

$4.26/gal 25.4 MPG avg 113 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.63 $58.99 $117.98
premium $5.05 $64.44 $128.87
diesel $5.60 $71.40 $142.80

Estimated Tolls: $22.55

George Washington Bridge $16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge $6.55

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

$54

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$102–$127

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 113.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 97.2 1 $34.01 $15.55
Efficient EV 81 0 $28.34 $12.96
EV Truck/SUV 129.6 1 $45.35 $20.73

Gas CO2

113 kg

EV CO2

38 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 Sep 1, 2026

Origin

Syracuse, NY

Evening in Syracuse on Friday

Local time

5:58 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Rain Showers

S 3 mph 88% chance Live forecast

Destination

Westhampton, NY

Evening in Westhampton on Friday

Local time

5:58 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

S 3 mph 81% chance Live forecast

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

2 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

6h 44m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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.

General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 245.7
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 245.7
View on nps.gov
Fire Island National Seashore

Fire Island National Seashore

National Seashore

Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 301.6
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 245.7
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 245.7
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 245.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is mostly highway, with 66% of the 323.9 miles on major interstates. You'll experience a long stretch of 127.9 miles on I 81 before transitioning to other main roads. Expect a consistent cruising speed for the bulk of your travel. The transition from rural sections to more developed areas will become noticeable as you approach your destination.

66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
48 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 127.9 mi on I 81.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 around 129.5 miles in near US 6.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 34 significant decision points across 323.9 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 129.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 244 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 244.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,792 ft 27 ft

Total Climb

1,968 ft

Total Descent

2,332 ft

Highest Point

1,792 ft

~138.8 mi in

Elevation Range

1,765 ft

Notable High Points

1,792 ft at ~138.8 miles +619 ft prominence

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Syracuse, NY and Westhampton, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level - among others.

Mt Pocono

129.5 mi in | ~2h 34m | via US 6

Milford

130.2 mi in | ~2h 35m | via I 84; I 380

New York City

244 mi in | ~4h 50m

Leonia

244.3 mi in | ~4h 50m

Teaneck

244.3 mi in | ~4h 50m

George Washington Bridge Upper Level

246.5 mi in | ~4h 54m

Eastern Long Island

261.5 mi in | ~5h 15m

Centereach

305.4 mi in | ~6h 15m

Shirley

305.4 mi in | ~6h 15m

Cr 101: Yaphank

305.6 mi in | ~6h 15m | via Express Drive South

Riverhead

305.6 mi in | ~6h 15m | via Express Drive South

About the Cities

Starting 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

Arriving in Westhampton, NY

Full guide →

Southampton is a town in Suffolk County, New York. It is the western half of The Hamptons. The village of Westhampton Beach in Southampton has its own article.

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 6h 44m. Total distance: 323.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 44m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 127.9 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $22.55 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington Bridge. 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.

Yes — we found about 26 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Westhampton, 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. There are 26 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 129.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 244 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 244.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Fire Island National Seashore (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.7 hours each way, a round trip means 13.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Westhampton, NY before the return drive.

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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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