Origin
Bennington, NY
Late night in Bennington on Wednesday
Local time
5:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bennington, NY to Syracuse, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
129.5 mi
208 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, NY
Dom Bucci
Syracuse, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Bennington to Syracuse is a straightforward 129.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete. Because this route fits comfortably into a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to spend roughly $21 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your regional travels within the Northeast. You will primarily utilize a combination of Alexander Road, the New York State Thruway, and I-690 to reach your destination. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a manageable balance of local roads and major thoroughfares.
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
64.8 miles from Bennington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip features a distinct 'turn-heavy' local character that shifts significantly once you merge onto the larger highways. While only 6% of your journey consists of highway driving, you will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch of 100.3 miles cruising along the New York State Thruway. Navigating the initial local sections requires more focus, but the transition to the Thruway allows for a more consistent pace. Be prepared for the contrast between these technical local roads and the more predictable, high-speed segments of the interstate. It is a drive that demands a bit more attention at the start before settling into a steady rhythm.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bennington, NY to Syracuse, NY is easy. At 2h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bennington, NY to Syracuse, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Attica-Bennington Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| High Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Market Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Alexander Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Walnut Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, NY and Syracuse, NY.
1
Start on Clinton Street
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Clinton Street
2
Continue on West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
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West Main Street
3
Turn slight right onto Attica-Bennington Highway
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Attica-Bennington Highway
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto High Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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High Street
5
Continue on Market Street
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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Market Street
6
Turn straight onto Alexander Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Alexander Road
7
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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Main Street
8
Continue on Alexander Road
6.6 mi
·
9 min
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Alexander Road
9
Continue on Walnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Walnut Street
10
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
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South Main Street
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Oak Street
23 ft
·
1 sec
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Oak Street
12
Exit the roundabout onto Oak Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Oak Street
13
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 90 East
15
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
100 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
New York State Thruway
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 690, NY 690: Syracuse, Fulton
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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I 690, NY 690: Syracuse, Fulton
17
Keep slight right to continue on I 690 East: Fairgrounds, Syracuse
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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I 690 East: Fairgrounds, Syracuse
18
Continue straight
7.9 mi
·
9 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Downtown
20
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Downtown
21
Turn left onto West Genesee Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Genesee Street
22
Continue on James Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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James Street
23
Turn right onto Oswego Boulevard
318 ft
·
12 sec
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Oswego Boulevard
24
Continue on Erie Boulevard East
525 ft
·
19 sec
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Erie Boulevard East
25
Turn right onto South State Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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South State Street
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable one-day drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around traffic patterns. You should account for at least one stop during the 129.5-mile trek to stretch your legs and refresh. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $21 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and current local pricing. Because you are navigating a mix of local roads like Alexander Road and major arteries like I-690, stay alert for changing speed limits and signage. Planning your single stop along the 100.3-mile Thruway stretch is the most efficient way to maintain your momentum throughout the day.
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 64.8 miles from Bennington, NY, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.8 miles or 1h 20m 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 11m
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 Bennington, 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 Bennington, NY
This is one driving day of about 129.5 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bennington, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.8 mi from Bennington, NY · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.8 miles from Bennington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Syracuse, NY
The final approach into 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 Syracuse, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.32 one way
$42.63 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $23.05 | $46.10 |
| premium | $4.92 | $25.10 | $50.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.59 | $57.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.60 | $6.22 |
| Efficient EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.33 | $5.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.13 | $8.29 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Late night in Syracuse on Wednesday
Local time
5:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Manchester, NY
65 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
7 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
2h 40m 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 Bennington, NY to Syracuse, NY covers 129.5 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, Attica-Bennington Highway, High Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.8 miles from Bennington, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.32 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.
The drive from Bennington, NY to Syracuse, NY is easy. At 2h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bennington, NY to Syracuse, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bennington, NY to Syracuse, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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