Origin
Syracuse, IN
Night in Syracuse on Tuesday
Local time
11:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Syracuse, IN to DeFries Landing, IN
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
16m
Distance
6.5 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Syracuse, IN
Keke Cheng
DeFries Landing, IN
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
The drive from Syracuse, IN to DeFries Landing, IN covers 6.5 miles and takes about 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 500 East, South Syracuse Webster Road, East Defreese Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 2.5 miles on North 500 East. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
3.3 miles from Syracuse, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 16m drive with frequent turns across 6.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 500 East is the longest continuous segment at about 2.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near East Defreese Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Syracuse, IN to DeFries Landing, IN is easy. At 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (East Defreese Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (EMS D18 Lane): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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East Defreese Road
Turn right onto East Defreese Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.2 mi into trip
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~15m in
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EMS D18 Lane
Turn right onto EMS D18 Lane
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 500 East | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| South Syracuse Webster Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| East Defreese Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| EMS D18 Lane | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| EMS D18C Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North 500 East
— 2.5 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, IN and DeFries Landing, IN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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East Main Street
2
Continue on South Syracuse Webster Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
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South Syracuse Webster Road
3
Continue on North 500 East
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
North 500 East
4
Turn right onto East Defreese Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Defreese Road
5
Turn right onto EMS D18 Lane
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
EMS D18 Lane
6
Turn slight left onto EMS D18C Lane
304 ft
·
13 sec
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EMS D18C Lane
7
Arrive at destination
EMS D18C Lane
Trip Plan
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 3.3 miles from Syracuse, IN, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.5 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 6.5 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.3 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near DeFries Landing, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Syracuse, IN 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 Syracuse, IN
This is one driving day of about 6.5 miles and 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Syracuse, IN.
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 North 500 East for about 2.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.3 mi from Syracuse, IN · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 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 6.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.3 miles from Syracuse, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in DeFries Landing, IN
The final approach into DeFries Landing, IN 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 DeFries Landing, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.02 one way
$2.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.12 | $2.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.25 | $2.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.44 | $2.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.68 | $0.31 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.57 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
DeFries Landing, IN
Night in DeFries Landing on Tuesday
Local time
11:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
16m 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 Syracuse, IN to DeFries Landing, IN covers 6.5 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 500 East, South Syracuse Webster Road, East Defreese Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.3 miles from Syracuse, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.02 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 Syracuse, IN to DeFries Landing, IN is easy. At 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (East Defreese Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (EMS D18 Lane): Navigation decision point.
The route from Syracuse, IN to DeFries Landing, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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