Origin
Central Square, NY
Late night in Central Square on Friday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Central Square, NY to Oswego, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
25.6 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Central Square, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Oswego, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Central Square to Oswego, you are looking at a straightforward 25.6-mile journey that typically takes about 41 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, as it is a short, efficient transition within the Northeast region of New York. You can expect to spend approximately $4 on fuel for the one-way trek, making it a very budget-friendly option. Since there are no required stops along this direct path, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around your own pace. Whether you are heading out for business or leisure, the simplicity of this route allows for an uncomplicated travel experience.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 25.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 83% of your time spent on main thoroughfares like State Route 49, State Route 48, and State Route 3. You will find a steady pace throughout the trip, highlighted by the longest uninterrupted stretch of 9.7 miles on State Route 49. Because the route relies primarily on these designated state roads, you can expect a consistent driving experience that avoids the complexities of winding local backroads. It is a functional and efficient drive that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary deviations. Behind the wheel, you will find a predictable rhythm as you transition between these primary routes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
471 ft
286 ft
Total Climb
168 ft
Total Descent
332 ft
Highest Point
471 ft
~12.8 mi in
Elevation Range
185 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 49 and State Route 48. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in near NY 3 / State Route 3.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Central Square, NY to Oswego, NY is easy. At 41m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (NY 3 / State Route 3): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (NY 48 / West 1st Street North): Navigation decision point; at 25.6 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
10.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
NY 3 / State Route 3
At end of road, turn left onto NY 3 / State Route 3
Navigation decision point
4
15.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
NY 48 / West 1st Street North
Turn right onto NY 48 / West 1st Street North
Navigation decision point
4
25.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
Water Street
Turn right onto Water Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 49 | 9.7 mi | 17m |
| State Route 48 | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| State Route 3 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Oneida Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West River Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West 1st Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West 1st Street North | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Fulton Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 49
— 9.7 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Central Square, NY and Oswego, NY.
1
Start on US 11
231 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 49
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Fulton Avenue
3
Continue on NY 49
9.7 mi
·
17 min
·
State Route 49
4
At end of road, turn left onto NY 3
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 3
5
Continue on NY 3
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Oneida Street
6
Turn right onto NY 48
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
West 1st Street North
7
Continue on NY 48
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
State Route 48
8
Continue on NY 48
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West River Road
9
Continue on NY 48
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 1st Street
10
Turn right onto Water Street
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
Water Street
11
Arrive at destination
Water Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.21 one way
$8.43 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.56 | $9.11 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.96 | $9.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.65 | $11.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Oswego, NY
Late night in Oswego on Friday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
41m 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 Central Square, NY to Oswego, NY covers 25.6 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 49, State Route 48, State Route 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.8 miles from Central Square, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.21 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.
The drive from Central Square, NY to Oswego, NY is easy. At 41m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (NY 3 / State Route 3): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (NY 48 / West 1st Street North): Navigation decision point; at 25.6 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Central Square, NY to Oswego, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 286 ft to 471 ft elevation with about 168 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Elevation is sampled from USGS 3DEP. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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