Origin
Ossining, NY
Evening in Ossining on Thursday
Local time
5:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ossining, NY to Syracuse, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 49m
Distance
231.1 mi
372 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 36m
★
6 AM
4h 50m
8 AM
5h 17m
10 AM
4h 59m
12 PM
4h 56m
3 PM
5h 1m
5 PM
5h 15m
8 PM
4h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ossining, NY
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Syracuse, NY
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a journey from Ossining, NY, to Syracuse, NY, covers 231.1 miles and will take approximately 4 hours and 49 minutes. This trip is comfortably manageable as a single-day drive, with a projected fuel cost of around $38. The route is predominantly highway-focused, utilizing major arteries like Long Mountain Parkway and I-81 for most of the way. You'll be traveling within the Northeast region throughout your drive, staying within New York State. Consider this a straightforward, efficient drive that gets you from point A to point B without extensive detours, making it ideal for those who prefer covering distance.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
115.6 miles from Ossining, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 49m. Total distance: 231.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is heavily characterized by its highway-focused nature, with a substantial 97% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 107.6 miles on Long Mountain Parkway. While primarily on highways like I-81 and NY 17, the route offers a predictable driving experience, allowing for steady progress. Expect a consistent feel for the majority of the trip, as the focus is on efficient travel rather than varied scenery.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Long Mountain Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 107.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Mountain Parkway and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.8 miles in near US 6.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 231.1 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 17.8 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.4 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.2 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
17.8 mi into trip
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~29m in
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US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward US 6: Central Valley, Seven Lakes Drive, New York State Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18
Toward US 6: Central Valley, Seven Lakes Drive,...
6
159.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m in
|
I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
7
161.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m in
|
I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 North: Syracuse
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
7
227.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 44m 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
230.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 47m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ossining, NY and Syracuse, NY, road signs point toward New York State Thruway and Albany.
New York State Thruway
17.8 mi in
|
~29m
|
via US 6
Albany
159.4 mi in
|
~3h 24m
|
via I 81
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Mountain Parkway | 107.6 mi | 2h 14m |
| I 81 | 70.5 mi | 1h 22m |
| NY 17 | 33.7 mi | 40m |
| US 9 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Bear Mountain Bridge Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Palisades Interstate Parkway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| North Highland Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| US 6 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Long Mountain Parkway
— 107.6 mi, about 2h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ossining, NY and Syracuse, NY.
1
Start on NY 133
51 ft
·
9 sec
·
Upper Croton Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto US 9
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Highland Avenue
3
Take the ramp onto US 9
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
US 9
4
Turn left onto US 6; US 9; US 202
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 6; US 9; US 202
5
Enter roundabout onto Bear Mountain Bridge Road
128 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bear Mountain Bridge Road
6
Continue on Bear Mountain Bridge Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Bear Mountain Bridge Road
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Turn slight right onto US 6; US 202
319 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 6; US 202
8
Enter roundabout onto US 6
295 ft
·
4 sec
·
Palisades Interstate Parkway
9
Continue on US 6
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Palisades Interstate Parkway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 6
Exit 18
Toward US 6: Central Valley, Seven Lakes Drive, New York State Thruway
11
Enter roundabout onto US 6
177 ft
·
2 sec
·
Long Mountain Parkway
12
Continue on US 6
108 mi
·
2 hr 14 min
·
Long Mountain Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on NY 17
34 mi
·
40 min
·
NY 17
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
66 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 81
Toward Syracuse
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on I-81
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
I-81
18
Continue on I 81
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Adams Street, Harrison Street
Use the slight right lane.
20
Continue on Almond Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Almond Street
Use the left / slight left / straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto NY 92
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Genesee Street
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 11
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
South State Street
23
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
For this 231.1-mile drive, leaving early in the morning from Ossining can help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you navigate out of the greater New York metropolitan area. With a duration under five hours, you can complete this trip in one day, but it's wise to plan for at least one fuel or rest stop. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 100 miles, so ensure you're comfortable and have any necessary refreshments before setting off on that segment. Keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is recommended, as highway services can sometimes be spaced out.
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 115.6 miles from Ossining, NY, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.6 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 51 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.6 miles or 2h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h
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 Ossining, 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 Ossining, NY
This is one driving day of about 231.1 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Ossining, 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 Long Mountain Parkway for about 107.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 115.6 mi from Ossining, NY · 2h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 115.6 miles from Ossining, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Long Mountain Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.6 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
$38.04 one way
$76.08 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $41.13 | $82.27 |
| premium | $4.92 | $44.79 | $89.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.02 | $102.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.3 | 0 | $24.27 | $11.09 |
| Efficient EV | 57.8 | 0 | $20.22 | $9.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.4 | 1 | $32.35 | $14.79 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Thursday
Local time
5:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph
75% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 14 at 12:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
36°F
Rockland, NY
116 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
22 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
4h 49m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ossining, NY to Syracuse, NY covers 231.1 miles and takes about 4h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Mountain Parkway, I 81, NY 17. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 115.6 miles from Ossining, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.04 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 231.1 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 17.8 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.4 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.2 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Ossining, NY and Syracuse, NY, road signs point toward New York State Thruway and Albany.
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