Origin
Endicott, NY
Afternoon in Endicott on Sunday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Endicott, NY to Syracuse, NY
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
75.4 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Endicott, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Syracuse, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Endicott to Syracuse, you are looking at a straightforward 75.4-mile journey through the Northeast. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 37 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a one-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $12 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Since both cities are located within New York, you will remain in the same region for the duration of the drive. This route is efficient and practical, serving as a reliable connection between the two areas without the need for complex multi-day planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
37.7 miles from Endicott, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is primarily highway-focused, with 86% of your time spent on major roads. You will rely on I-81, State Highway 26, and the Union Center-Maine Highway to navigate the distance. The most significant portion of your travel involves a 52.7-mile stretch on I-81, which provides a consistent pace for the majority of the trip. While the route begins with local connections like the Union Center-Maine Highway, it quickly transitions into a more streamlined interstate experience. Expect a steady, predictable flow of traffic as you move from the Southern Tier toward the Syracuse area.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 52.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and State Highway 26. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Jefferson Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.4 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (US 11; NY 26): Navigation decision point; at 71.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
20 mi into trip
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~31m in
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US 11; NY 26
At end of road, turn left onto US 11; NY 26
Navigation decision point
7
71.9 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
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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
74.5 mi into trip
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~1h 35m 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
75.4 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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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 | 52.7 mi | 1h 1m |
| State Highway 26 | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| Union Center-Maine Highway | 7.3 mi | 12m |
| US 11 | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Nanticoke Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I-81 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Almond Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 52.7 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Endicott, NY and Syracuse, NY.
1
Start on Park Street
225 ft
·
15 sec
·
Park Street
2
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
239 ft
·
10 sec
·
Jefferson Avenue
3
Turn right onto NY 17C; NY 26
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
4
Turn right onto NY 26
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Nanticoke Avenue
5
Continue on NY 26
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Union Center-Maine Highway
6
Continue on NY 26
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Union Center-Maine Highway
7
Continue on NY 26
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 26
8
Continue on NY 26
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Union Center Maine Highway
9
Continue on NY 26
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 26
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 11; NY 26
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
US 11; NY 26
11
Continue on US 11; NY 79
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 11; NY 79
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 81 North
13
Merge onto I 81
51 mi
·
58 min
·
I 81
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 81
Toward Syracuse
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on I-81
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
I-81
16
Continue on I 81
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Adams Street, Harrison Street
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on Almond Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Almond Street
Use the left / slight left / straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto NY 92
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Genesee Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto US 11
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
South State Street
21
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
Because this drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the trip is only 1 hour and 37 minutes, you can easily complete it in one go without needing dedicated rest stops for fatigue. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before setting out, as the $12 estimated cost is based on typical consumption for a 75.4-mile distance. If you prefer a smoother ride, try to avoid peak commuting hours when the I-81 corridor might see increased volume. Use the ease of this quick transit to plan your arrival in Syracuse with precision, knowing you won't be bogged down by a long, exhausting haul.
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 37.7 miles from Endicott, NY, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.7 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 75.4 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.7 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
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 Endicott, 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 Endicott, NY
This is one driving day of about 75.4 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Endicott, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 52.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.7 mi from Endicott, NY · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 75.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.7 miles from Endicott, 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
$12.27 one way
$24.55 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $13.30 | $26.60 |
| premium | $4.88 | $14.50 | $28.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.75 | $33.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.60 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.56 | $4.83 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
47°F
Greece, NY
38 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
1 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
1h 37m 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 Endicott, NY to Syracuse, NY covers 75.4 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, State Highway 26, Union Center-Maine Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.7 miles from Endicott, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.27 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 75.4 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (US 11; NY 26): Navigation decision point; at 71.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Endicott, NY to Syracuse, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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