Origin
Syracuse, NY
Afternoon in Syracuse on Monday
Local time
3:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Syracuse, NY to Union, NY
Drive Time
38m
Distance
24 mi
39 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Syracuse, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Union, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
The drive from Syracuse, NY to Union, NY covers 24 miles and takes about 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 20, East Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville Pompey Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.8 miles on Route 20. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.91 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
12 miles from Syracuse, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Syracuse, NY to Union, NY covers 24 miles and takes about 38m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 5.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 92 / East Genesee Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 24 miles you will encounter 14 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 (NY 92 / East Genesee Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (Almond Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 92 / East Genesee Street
Turn left onto NY 92 / East Genesee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Almond Street
Turn right onto Almond Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 81
Merge onto I 81
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
3.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
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East Brighton Avenue
Enter roundabout onto East Brighton Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
3.3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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East Brighton Avenue
Enter roundabout onto East Brighton Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 20 | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| East Seneca Turnpike | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Jamesville Pompey Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Oran Delphi Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| State Route 91 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| I 81 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Coleman Hill Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Delphi Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Route 20
— 5.8 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, NY and Union, NY.
1
Start on US 11
10 ft
·
5 sec
·
South State Street
2
Turn left onto NY 92
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Genesee Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto Almond Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Almond Street
4
Turn slight right
296 ft
·
5 sec
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 81 South
6
Merge onto I 81
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
8
Turn left onto East Glen Avenue
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
East Glen Avenue
9
Enter roundabout onto East Brighton Avenue
45 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Brighton Avenue
10
Continue on East Brighton Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Brighton Avenue
11
Enter roundabout onto East Brighton Avenue
85 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Brighton Avenue
12
Continue on East Brighton Avenue
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
East Brighton Avenue
13
Continue on NY 173
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
East Seneca Turnpike
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Turn right onto NY 91
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
Pompey Road
15
Continue on NY 91
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Coleman Hill Road
16
Continue on NY 91
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 91
17
Continue on NY 91
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Jamesville Pompey Road
18
Continue on NY 91
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
State Route 91
19
Turn left onto Cherry Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Cherry Street
20
Merge onto US 20
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Route 20
21
Turn right onto Oran Delphi Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Oran Delphi Road
22
Turn left onto Delphi Falls Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Delphi Falls Road
23
Continue on CR 46
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Delphi Road
24
Turn right onto Kiley Road
73 ft
·
3 sec
·
Kiley Road
25
Arrive at destination
Kiley Road
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 12 miles from Syracuse, NY, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.8 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 24 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Syracuse, 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 Syracuse, NY
This is one driving day of about 24 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Syracuse, 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 Route 20 for about 5.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12 mi from Syracuse, NY · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12 miles from Syracuse, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union, NY
The final approach into Union, 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 Union, 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
$3.91 one way
$7.81 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $4.23 | $8.47 |
| premium | $4.88 | $4.61 | $9.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.33 | $10.66 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.23
East Seneca Turnpike
(3.3 mi)
$0.23
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
$4
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Union, NY
Afternoon in Union on Monday
Local time
3:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
47°F
Greece, NY
12 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
38m 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, NY to Union, NY covers 24 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 20, East Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville Pompey Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12 miles from Syracuse, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.91 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 24 miles you will encounter 14 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 (NY 92 / East Genesee Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (Almond Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Syracuse, NY to Union, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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