Origin
Apulia, NY
Evening in Apulia on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Apulia, NY to Syracuse, NY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
26m
Distance
18.6 mi
30 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Apulia, NY to Syracuse, NY covers 18.6 miles and takes about 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 81, Apulia Road, Cherry Valley Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.7 miles on I 81. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.06 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
9.3 miles from Apulia, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 26m highway drive covering 18.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 81 and Apulia Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 9.7 miles on I 81.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Apulia Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near Apulia Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 18.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Apulia Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Apulia Road
Turn right onto Apulia Road
Navigation decision point
5
7.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 81
Merge onto I 81
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
15.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81 toward Syracuse
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Syracuse
7
17.8 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward Adams Street, Harrison Street
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 Adams Street, Harrison Street
6
18.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 11 / South State Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 11 / South State Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Apulia Road | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Cherry Valley Turnpike | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| State Route 80 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| I-81 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Almond Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Genesee Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Route 11 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 9.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apulia, NY and Syracuse, NY.
1
Start on this road
30 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto NY 80
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 80
3
Turn right onto Apulia Road
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Apulia Road
4
Turn slight left onto US 20
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Valley Turnpike
5
Turn right onto US 11
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Route 11
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 81
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 81
Toward Syracuse
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I-81
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
I-81
10
Continue on I 81
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Adams Street, Harrison Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on Almond Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Almond Street
Use the left / slight left / straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto NY 92
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Genesee Street
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 11
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
South State 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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 9.3 miles from Apulia, NY, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.7 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 18.6 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.3 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Syracuse, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Apulia, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Apulia, NY
This is one driving day of about 18.6 miles and 26m.
At 18.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 9.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.3 mi from Apulia, NY · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.3 miles from Apulia, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Syracuse, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Syracuse, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.06 one way
$6.12 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $3.31 | $6.62 |
| premium | $4.92 | $3.61 | $7.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.11 | $8.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.10
Cherry Valley Turnpike
(1.5 mi)
$0.10
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
$3
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.63 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.60 | $1.19 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Evening in Syracuse on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Cloudy
W 1 to 8 mph
14% chance
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
26m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Apulia, NY to Syracuse, NY covers 18.6 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Apulia Road, Cherry Valley Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.3 miles from Apulia, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.06 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 18.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Apulia Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Apulia, NY to Syracuse, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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