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Trip from Ramapo, NY to Syracuse, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 35m

Distance

223.4 mi

360 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

35 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 22m ★
6 AM
4h 36m
8 AM
5h 2m
10 AM
4h 45m
12 PM
4h 42m
3 PM
4h 46m
5 PM
5h 1m
8 PM
4h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Ramapo, NY

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city in and county seat of Onondaga County, New York, United States

Syracuse, NY

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Trip Overview

The drive from Ramapo, NY to Syracuse, NY covers 223.4 miles and takes about 4h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on NY 17, I 81, New York State Thruway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 134.6 miles on NY 17. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.77 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

111.7 miles from Ramapo, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 134.6 mi 2h 46m
I 81 70.5 mi 1h 22m
New York State Thruway 12.6 mi 14m
Torne Valley Road 1.1 mi 2m
Orange Turnpike 0.7 mi 1m
I-81 0.4 mi <1m
Torne Brook Road 0.4 mi 1m
Almond Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 134.6 mi, about 2h 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ramapo, NY and Syracuse, NY.

1

Start on Lake Street

153 ft · 8 sec · Lake Street
2

Turn left onto Torne Brook Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Torne Brook Road
3

Turn right onto CR 95

1.1 mi · 2 min · Torne Valley Road
4

Turn right onto NY 59

0.7 mi · 1 min · Orange Turnpike
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward I 87 North: New York State Thruway
6

Merge onto I 87

13 mi · 14 min · New York State Thruway
7

Take the exit

1.5 mi · 3 min
Exit 16 Toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on this road

152 ft · 3 sec · this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 30 sec
Toward NY 17 West: Binghamton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on NY 17

135 mi · 2 hr 46 min · NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
12

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.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

0.2 mi · 17 sec · I 81
Toward Syracuse Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on I-81

0.4 mi · 26 sec · I-81
15

Continue on I 81

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 81
16

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward Adams Street, Harrison Street Use the slight right lane.
17

Continue on Almond Street

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Almond Street
Use the left / slight left / straight / right lanes.
18

Turn left onto NY 92

0.3 mi · 36 sec · East Genesee Street
19

At end of road, turn right onto US 11

10 ft · 0 sec · South State Street
20

Arrive at destination

US 11

Trip Plan

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 111.7 miles from Ramapo, NY, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 134.6 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 49 miles or 1h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 111.7 miles or 2h 21m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 47m

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 Ramapo, 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 Ramapo, NY

This is one driving day of about 223.4 miles and 4h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Ramapo, 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 NY 17 for about 134.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Rockland, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rockland, NY

112 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

Poughkeepsie, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Walton, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 111.7 miles from Ramapo, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 134.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Yossies Cafe & Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Monroe, New York

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 16

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+18457830901

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Syracuse, New York

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 223.4

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+13154358511

Visit website

Yossies Cafe & Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 16

Monroe, New York

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+18457830901

Visit website

Manche Pani

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30

Airmont, New York

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+18455334174

Visit website

Yoffee Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30

Airmont, New York

Hours: 8 am–12:30 pm

+18453563100

Visit website

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 223.4

Syracuse, New York

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+13154358511

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 16

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 16

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18774943833

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 16

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 31.9

Middletown, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 31.9

Goshen, New York

+18887174544

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 16

Harriman, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 31.9

Middletown, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Museum of Science & Technology

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 223.4

Syracuse, New York

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+13154259068

Visit website

CNY Living History Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 191.5

Cortland, New York

Hours: Closed

+16072994185

Visit website

5 Wits Syracuse

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 223.4

Syracuse, New York

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+13159884001

Visit website

WonderWorks Destiny

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 223.4

Syracuse, New York

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+13154667700

Visit website

Get Air Trampoline Park

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 223.4

Syracuse, New York

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+13152165833

Visit website

Skä•noñh Great Law of Peace Center

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 223.4

Liverpool, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13154536767

Visit website

Lights on the Lake

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 223.4

Liverpool, New York

Hours: 5–10 pm

+13154536712

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 15.1 and 222.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
15.1 mi into trip | ~20m in

Take the exit toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman

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 16 Toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman
7
16.6 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NY 17 West: Binghamton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NY 17 West: Binghamton
7
153.5 mi into trip | ~3h 12m 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
220 mi into trip | ~4h 30m 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
222.5 mi into trip | ~4h 33m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.77 one way

$73.55 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $39.76 $79.53
premium $4.92 $43.30 $86.60
diesel $5.61 $49.32 $98.65

Estimated Tolls: $0.68

New York State Thruway (12.6 mi) $0.63
Orange Turnpike (0.7 mi) $0.05

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

$37

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 78.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

35 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

ViaLynk Charging Station

Goshen, New York

ViaLynk

1 DCFC

Blink Charging Station

Middletown, New York

Blink

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Mahwah, New Jersey

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Monticello, New York

Tesla

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Middletown, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Middletown, New York

Tesla

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Central Valley, New York

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Binghamton, New York

Electrify America

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 15 Other: 8 Tesla: 3 ViaLynk: 2 Blink: 2 EV Connect: 2 Electrify America: 1 EVgo: 1 Tesla Destination: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 67 0 $23.46 $10.72
Efficient EV 55.9 0 $19.55 $8.94
EV Truck/SUV 89.4 1 $31.28 $14.30

Gas CO2

78 kg

EV CO2

26 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.

Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

Ramapo, NY

Afternoon in Ramapo on Saturday

Local time

4:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Syracuse, NY

Afternoon in Syracuse on Saturday

Local time

4:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

W 14 mph 79% chance Live forecast

36°F

Rockland, NY

112 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

24 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 35m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...

22 mi from route ~54 min detour Free near mile 215.7
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

29 mi from route ~74 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 4h 35m highway drive covering 223.4 miles, with most of the trip on NY 17 and I 81. The longest continuous stretch is about 134.6 miles on NY 17.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NY 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 134.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.1 miles in.

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 13 significant decision points across 223.4 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 15.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 153.5 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,562 ft 321 ft

Total Climb

1,974 ft

Total Descent

1,894 ft

Highest Point

1,562 ft

~79.8 mi in

Elevation Range

1,241 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Ramapo, NY to Syracuse, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Albany along the way.

Albany

151.7 mi in | ~3h 10m | via I 81

About the Cities

Starting in Ramapo, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1791

Arriving in Syracuse, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1848

Syracuse is a city in Central New York. With a population of 149,000 in city proper and 662,000 in its metro area (2020), Syracuse is the fifth largest city in the state of New York, and the third largest in Upstate New York.

Top landmarks

  • • Oncenter War Memorial Arena — arena in Syracuse, New York
  • • Everson Museum of Art — art museum in Syracuse, New York
  • • Niagara Mohawk Building — historic commercial building in New York, United States

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 223.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Ramapo, NY to Syracuse, NY covers 223.4 miles and takes about 4h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are NY 17, I 81, New York State Thruway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 111.7 miles from Ramapo, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.77 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 13 significant decision points across 223.4 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 15.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 153.5 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

On the drive from Ramapo, NY to Syracuse, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Albany along the way.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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