Origin
Hudson Falls, NY
Evening in Hudson Falls on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hudson Falls, NY to Syracuse, NY
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
161.4 mi
260 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
★
6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hudson Falls, NY
Beth Fitzpatrick
Syracuse, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Hudson Falls to Syracuse, expect a journey covering 161.4 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 3 hours and 30 minutes, making it an ideal one-day excursion. Budget roughly $26 for fuel to navigate the route, which primarily utilizes the New York State Thruway, the Adirondack Northway, and Amsterdam Road. Since both cities are located within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional climate throughout the trek. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this distance is manageable without the need for an overnight stay.
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
80.7 miles from Hudson Falls, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive. Only about 10% of your total mileage is spent on major highways, meaning you will spend more time navigating local roads than cruising on interstates. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 102.4 miles while on the New York State Thruway, which provides a brief reprieve from the more technical sections. The transition from the Adirondack Northway to local routes keeps the drive engaging and requires your full attention. Be prepared for a mix of fast-paced highway segments and slower, winding local navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 42 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 102.4 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 152.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 161.4 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 152.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 156 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 160.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
152.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 481: Syracuse, Oswego
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 34A
Toward I 481: Syracuse, Oswego
7
156 mi into trip
|
~3h 21m in
Take the exit toward I 690 West: Syracuse, Fairgrounds
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 690 West: Syracuse, Fairgrounds
8
160.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m in
Take the exit toward Townsend Street, Downtown
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 13
Toward Townsend Street, Downtown
7
161.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m in
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North Townsend Street
Turn left onto North Townsend Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
161.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m in
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US 11 / South State Street
Turn left onto US 11 / South State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Hudson Falls, NY and Syracuse, NY, road signs point toward Oswego, Fairgrounds and Binghamton.
Oswego
152.5 mi in
|
~3h 16m
Fairgrounds
153.3 mi in
|
~3h 18m
Binghamton
153.3 mi in
|
~3h 18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 102.4 mi | 1h 58m |
| Adirondack Northway | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| Amsterdam Road | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| State Highway 67 | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| I 690 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Malta Avenue | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Bluebird Road | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Route 9 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 102.4 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson Falls, NY and Syracuse, NY.
1
Start on NY 196
20 ft
·
2 sec
·
Maple Street
2
Turn right onto US 4
367 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 4
236 ft
·
7 sec
·
Park Place
4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 4
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 4
5
Turn right onto Depot Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Depot Street
6
Continue on Bridge Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Bridge Street
7
Continue on CR 27
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hudson Falls Road
8
Turn left onto CR 27
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Bluebird Road
9
Turn left onto US 9
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Route 9
10
Continue on US 9
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Saratoga Road
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
12
Merge onto I 87
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Adirondack Northway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 13N
Toward US 9 North: Saratoga Springs
14
Turn straight onto US 9
378 ft
·
11 sec
·
US 9
15
Continue on US 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 9
16
Turn right onto CR 63
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Malta Avenue
17
Turn left onto NY 50
328 ft
·
13 sec
·
Milton Avenue
18
Turn right onto Front Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Front Street
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Charlton Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Charlton Street
20
Turn right onto NY 67
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
West High Street
21
Continue on NY 67
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Amsterdam Road
22
Continue on NY 67
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 67
23
Continue on NY 67
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Church Street
24
Continue on NY 67
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Highway 67
25
Continue on NY 67
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Market Street
26
Turn left onto NY 30; NY 67
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pearl Street
27
Continue on NY 30
381 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
28
Continue on NY 30
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 30
29
Turn left
398 ft
·
11 sec
30
Continue on this road
525 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
31
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
32
Merge onto I 90
102 mi
·
1 hr 58 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the none lane.
33
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 34A
Toward I 481: Syracuse, Oswego
Use the slight right lane.
34
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 481 South: Syracuse, Fairgrounds, Binghamton
35
Merge onto I 481
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 481
36
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 690 West: Syracuse, Fairgrounds
Use the straight / right lanes.
37
Continue on I 690
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 690
Use the straight lane.
38
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 13
Toward Townsend Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
39
Turn left onto North Townsend Street
501 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Townsend Street
Use the left lane.
40
Turn right onto East Water Street
479 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Water Street
41
Turn left onto US 11
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
South State Street
Use the straight lane.
42
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 3.5-hour drive and keep your focus sharp on the turn-heavy sections. Since the majority of the route consists of local roads rather than high-speed interstates, allow extra time for potential congestion or slower speeds. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before entering the 102.4-mile Thruway stretch to ensure you are covered for the duration of the trip. Taking advantage of that single scheduled stop will help you arrive in Syracuse feeling refreshed and ready for your destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.7 miles from Hudson Falls, NY, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.4 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 80 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.7 miles or 1h 53m 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 53m
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 Hudson Falls, 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 Hudson Falls, NY
This is one driving day of about 161.4 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hudson Falls, 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 102.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.7 mi from Hudson Falls, NY · 1h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 80.7 miles from Hudson Falls, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.4 miles.
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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.28 one way
$52.55 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $28.47 | $56.95 |
| premium | $4.88 | $31.03 | $62.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.86 | $71.71 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.12
New York State Thruway
(102.4 mi)
$5.12
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
$26
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.95 | $7.75 |
| Efficient EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.12 | $6.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.6 | 0 | $22.60 | $10.33 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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 Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 30m 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 Hudson Falls, NY to Syracuse, NY covers 161.4 miles and takes about 3h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, Adirondack Northway, Amsterdam Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.7 miles from Hudson Falls, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.28 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 26 significant decision points across 161.4 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 152.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 156 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 160.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hudson Falls, NY and Syracuse, NY, road signs point toward Oswego, Fairgrounds and Binghamton.
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