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Trip from Amherst, NY to North Syracuse, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 53m

Distance

145 mi

233 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

40 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 42m ★
6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 47m

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

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town in New York, United States

Amherst, NY

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village in Onondaga County, New York, United States

North Syracuse, NY

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Trip Overview

The drive from Amherst, NY to North Syracuse, NY covers 145 miles and takes about 2h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on New York State Thruway, Youngmann Expressway, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 137.1 miles on New York State Thruway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.87 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

72.5 miles from Amherst, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 145 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 2h 53m drive with frequent turns across 145 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 137.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 around 3.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

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 145 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 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 142.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8
3.1 mi into trip | ~4m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Albany

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 1-49 Toward I 90 East: Albany
8
140.8 mi into trip | ~2h 44m in

Take the exit toward I 81: Watertown, Binghamton

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 36 Toward I 81: Watertown, Binghamton
7
142.7 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Take the exit toward US 11: Mattydale

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 26 Toward US 11: Mattydale
6
143 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in | US 11 / Brewerton Road

Turn left onto US 11 / Brewerton Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
143.1 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in | US 11 / Brewerton Road

Keep slight left at fork onto US 11 / Brewerton Road toward US 11 North: Bailey Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 11 North: Bailey Road

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 137.1 mi 2h 38m
Youngmann Expressway 2.4 mi 3m
South Main Street 1 mi 2m
Brewerton Road 1 mi 2m
I 81 0.6 mi <1m
Millersport Highway 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 137.1 mi, about 2h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on NY 263

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Millersport Highway
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 290 E
3

Merge onto I 290

2.4 mi · 3 min · Youngmann Expressway
4

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 57 sec
Exit 1-49 Toward I 90 East: Albany Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5

Merge onto I 90

137 mi · 2 hr 38 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight lane.
6

Take the exit

497 ft · 14 sec
Exit 36 Toward I 81: Watertown, Binghamton Use the slight right lane.
7

Continue on this road

0.6 mi · 1 min · this road
Exit 36 Toward I 81: Watertown, Binghamton
8

Turn straight

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse Airport, Watertown
9

Merge onto I 81

0.6 mi · 43 sec · I 81
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Exit 26 Toward US 11: Mattydale Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 21 sec
12

Turn left onto US 11

349 ft · 8 sec · Brewerton Road
Use the left lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto US 11

0.9 mi · 2 min · Brewerton Road
Toward US 11 North: Bailey Road Use the slight left lane.
14

Continue on US 11

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
15

Arrive at destination

US 11

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.5 miles from Amherst, NY, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137.1 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 32 miles or 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 72.5 miles or 1h 25m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 18m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Amherst, 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 Amherst, NY

This is one driving day of about 145 miles and 2h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Amherst, 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 New York State Thruway for about 137.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 72.5 mi from Amherst, NY · 1h 25m into the drive

town in Sullivan County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Thompson, NY

73 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

Batavia, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Manchester, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 72.5 miles from Amherst, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 137.1 miles.

Arriving in North Syracuse, NY

The final approach into North Syracuse, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around North Syracuse, NY.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 103.6

Waterloo, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 103.6

Waterloo, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 103.6

Waterloo, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 31.1

Batavia, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 31.1

Batavia, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 20.7

Pembroke, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15855994430

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 82.9

Shortsville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 10.4

Clarence, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Get Air Trampoline Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 145

Cicero, New York

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+13159483100

Visit website

Playday Indoor Play and Parties

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 145

Liverpool, New York

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+13152148520

Visit website

Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 10:30 am–2:30 pm

+17168563858

Visit website

Lights on the Lake

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 134.7

Liverpool, New York

Hours: 5–10 pm

+13154536712

Visit website

Billy Wilson Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Williamsville, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+17166317132

Visit website

The Buffalo Zoo

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17168373900

Visit website

Delaware Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17168381249

Visit website

Skä•noñh Great Law of Peace Center

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 134.7

Liverpool, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13154536767

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.87 one way

$47.74 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $25.81 $51.62
premium $4.92 $28.10 $56.21
diesel $5.61 $32.01 $64.03

Estimated Tolls: $6.85

New York State Thruway (137.1 mi) $6.85

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

$24

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 50.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

40 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

EVolve NY Charging Station

Phelps, New York

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Williamsville, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Waterloo, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Williamsville, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Williamsville, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Quick Charge Charging Station

Buffalo, New York

Quick Charge

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Batavia, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

SWTCH Charging Station

Batavia, New York

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 14 Other: 13 EV Connect: 7 Tesla: 3 Quick Charge: 1 Electrify America: 1 ViaLynk: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 43.5 0 $15.23 $6.96
Efficient EV 36.3 0 $12.69 $5.80
EV Truck/SUV 58 0 $20.30 $9.28

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Amherst, NY

Afternoon in Amherst on Friday

Local time

2:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Syracuse, NY

Afternoon in North Syracuse on Friday

Local time

2:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

59°F

Thompson, NY

73 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

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

2h 53m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Amherst, NY to North Syracuse, NY covers 145 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are New York State Thruway, Youngmann Expressway, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 72.5 miles from Amherst, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.87 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 145 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.

The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 142.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Amherst, NY to North Syracuse, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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