Origin
Syracuse, NY
Late night in Syracuse on Thursday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Syracuse, NY to Canandaigua, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
70.3 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Syracuse, NY
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Canandaigua, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Syracuse, NY to Canandaigua, NY covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Washington Street, South West Street, I 690 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 70.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 29m drive with frequent turns across 70.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Washington Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Syracuse, NY to Canandaigua, NY is easy. At 1h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Syracuse, NY to Canandaigua, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Washington Street | — | — |
| South West Street | — | — |
| I 690 West | — | — |
| I 90 | — | — |
| I 90 West | — | — |
| New York State Thruway | — | — |
| NY 21 | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Washington Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, NY and Canandaigua, NY.
1
Start on South State Street
505 ft
·
18 sec
·
South State Street
2
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Washington Street
3
Turn right onto South West Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
South West Street
4
Keep slight left to continue on I 690 West: Baldwinsville
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 690 West: Baldwinsville
5
Merge slight left
7.9 mi
·
9 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 90
344 ft
·
8 sec
·
I 90
7
Continue on I 90
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 90
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 90
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 90
9
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 West: Buffalo
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 90 West: Buffalo
11
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
50 mi
·
57 min
·
New York State Thruway
12
Take the exit slight right toward NY 21: Manchester, Palmyra
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 21: Manchester, Palmyra
13
Turn right onto North Main Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
14
Continue on Palmyra Street
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Palmyra Street
15
Continue on Canandaigua Street
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Canandaigua Street
16
Continue on State Route 21
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 21
17
Continue on Gibson Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Gibson Street
18
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
North Main Street
19
Turn right onto Bristol Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Bristol Street
20
Turn left onto West Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
West Street
21
Turn left onto Parrish Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Parrish Street
22
Turn right
351 ft
·
27 sec
23
At the end of the road, turn right
167 ft
·
12 sec
24
Turn right
39 ft
·
3 sec
25
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.1 mi from Syracuse, NY · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Syracuse, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Canandaigua, NY
The final approach into Canandaigua, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.57 one way
$23.14 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $12.51 | $25.03 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.63 | $27.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.52 | $31.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.84 | $4.50 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Canandaigua, NY
Late night in Canandaigua on Thursday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Montezuma, NY
35 mi in
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
14 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
1h 29m 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 Canandaigua, NY covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Washington Street, South West Street, I 690 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.1 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 $11.57 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, NY to Canandaigua, NY is easy. At 1h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Syracuse, NY to Canandaigua, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Syracuse, NY to Canandaigua, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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