Origin
Ticonderoga, NY
Afternoon in Ticonderoga on Sunday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ticonderoga, NY to Syracuse, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 16m
Distance
181.6 mi
292 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 3m
★
6 AM
4h 16m
8 AM
4h 43m
10 AM
4h 26m
12 PM
4h 23m
3 PM
4h 27m
5 PM
4h 41m
8 PM
4h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ticonderoga, NY
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Syracuse, NY
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Trip Overview
Ticonderoga, NY to Syracuse, NY is 181.6 miles and takes about 4h 16m via State Highway 8 and the New York State Thruway, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New York, transitioning from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. It's a predominantly highway-focused trip, making it a straightforward journey for a single day. Expect a steady pace for most of the drive, with a reasonable fuel cost for the distance covered.
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
90.8 miles from Ticonderoga, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 8 | 63.7 mi | 1h 29m |
| New York State Thruway | 23.6 mi | 27m |
| State Highway 365 | 22.3 mi | 30m |
| NY 74 | 17.4 mi | 25m |
| NY 365 | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| Adirondack Trail | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| Adirondack Northway | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| US 9 | 5.5 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 8
— 63.7 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ticonderoga, NY and Syracuse, NY.
1
Start on Montcalm Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Montcalm Street
2
Enter roundabout onto NY 9N
21 ft
·
0 sec
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Wicker Street
3
Continue on NY 9N
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wicker Street
4
Turn left onto NY 74
17 mi
·
25 min
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NY 74
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
6
Merge onto I 87
9.6 mi
·
11 min
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Adirondack Northway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 26
Toward US 9: Pottersville, Minerva
8
Turn left onto Stone Bridge Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Stone Bridge Road
9
At end of road, turn right onto US 9
5.5 mi
·
9 min
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US 9
10
Turn right onto NY 8
29 mi
·
40 min
·
State Highway 8
11
Continue on NY 8
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
State Highway 8
12
At end of road, turn right onto NY 8; NY 30
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
Adirondack Trail
13
Turn sharp left onto NY 8
35 mi
·
48 min
·
State Highway 8
14
Turn right onto NY 365
15 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 365
15
Continue on NY 365
381 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mappa Avenue
16
Turn right onto NY 365
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 365
17
Continue on NY 365
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Main Street
18
Continue on NY 365
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 365
19
Continue on NY 365
3.7 mi
·
5 min
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New Floyd Road
20
Continue on NY 365
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road
21
Continue on NY 365
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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East Dominick Street
22
Take the exit onto NY 365
11 mi
·
15 min
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NY 365
Use the left lane.
23
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Use the left lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
25
Merge onto I 90
24 mi
·
27 min
·
New York State Thruway
26
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 34A
Toward I 481: Syracuse, Oswego
Use the slight right lane.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 481 South: Syracuse, Fairgrounds, Binghamton
28
Merge onto I 481
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 481
29
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 690 West: Syracuse, Fairgrounds
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on I 690
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 690
Use the straight lane.
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 13
Toward Townsend Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
32
Turn left onto North Townsend Street
501 ft
·
16 sec
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North Townsend Street
Use the left lane.
33
Turn right onto East Water Street
479 ft
·
16 sec
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East Water Street
34
Turn left onto US 11
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
South State Street
Use the straight lane.
35
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 4 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider an early start to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. The longest stretch without a break is about 63.7 miles on State Highway 8, so plan for a fuel or stretch stop before or after this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, it's an economical choice. Given its efficiency, you might consider adding a brief stop for lunch or a quick walk in a town along the route.
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 90.8 miles from Ticonderoga, NY, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.7 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 40 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.8 miles or 2h 11m 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 35m
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 Ticonderoga, 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 Ticonderoga, NY
This is one driving day of about 181.6 miles and 4h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Ticonderoga, 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 State Highway 8 for about 63.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90.8 miles from Ticonderoga, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before State Highway 8 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.7 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 235 decision points cluster between mile 137.1 and 181.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
137.1 mi into trip
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~3h 17m in
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NY 365
Take the exit onto NY 365
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
172.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 481: Syracuse, Oswego
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 34A
Toward I 481: Syracuse, Oswego
7
176.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 690 West: Syracuse, Fairgrounds
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 690 West: Syracuse, Fairgrounds
8
181 mi into trip
|
~4h 14m in
Take the exit toward Townsend Street, Downtown
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 13
Toward Townsend Street, Downtown
7
181.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 15m in
|
North Townsend Street
Turn left onto North Townsend Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.89 one way
$59.79 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $32.32 | $64.65 |
| premium | $4.92 | $35.20 | $70.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.09 | $80.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.18
New York State Thruway
(23.6 mi)
$1.18
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
$30
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.5 | 0 | $19.07 | $8.72 |
| Efficient EV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.89 | $7.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.6 | 0 | $25.42 | $11.62 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Destination
Syracuse, NY
Afternoon in Syracuse on Sunday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Johnstown, NY
91 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
4 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 16m 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.
Fort Stanwix National Monument
National Monument
For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Eur...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 137.7
View on nps.gov
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...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
near mile 181.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the route utilizing faster roads like the New York State Thruway. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 63.7 miles on State Highway 8 early in the trip. The character of the drive is mostly consistent, offering a blend of state highway cruising and efficient Thruway travel. It’s designed for making good time rather than lingering on scenic byways, with a predictable feel for most of the 181.6 miles.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.7 mi on State Highway 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 8 and New York State Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 137.1 miles in near NY 365.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 23 significant decision points across 181.6 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 137.1 miles (NY 365): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 172.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
On the drive from Ticonderoga, NY to Syracuse, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Minerva along the way.
Minerva
28.7 mi in
|
~40m
About the Cities
Starting in Ticonderoga, NY
Full guide →Founded 1804
Top landmarks
- • Fort Ticonderoga — 18th-century star fort in northern New York in the United States
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 16m. Total distance: 181.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.7 miles on State Highway 8. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.18 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.
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 137.1 miles (NY 365): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 172.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Stanwix National Monument and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 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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