How far is Clay, NY from Skaneateles Falls, NY?
The driving distance from Clay, NY to Skaneateles Falls, NY is about 32.5 miles (52.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village located in Onondaga County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clay and Skaneateles Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clay and Skaneateles Falls.
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Start on State Route 31
2.2 mi · 3 min · State Route 31
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Continue on West Seymour Street
1.3 km · 59 sec · West Seymour Street
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Take the exit right toward I 81 South
1142 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right
2721 ft · 33 sec
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 298: Hiawatha Boulevard, Destiny USA Drive, Bear Street
1.3 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Hiawatha Boulevard
1786 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto Hiawatha Boulevard West
1.1 mi · 2 min · Hiawatha Boulevard West
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Turn right onto State Fair Boulevard
619 ft · 16 sec · State Fair Boulevard
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Take the ramp left toward I 690 West
1076 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 695, NY 5: Auburn
2804 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on NY 695, NY 5: Auburn
1.1 km · 49 sec
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on NY 5 West: Auburn
2436 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight right
7.2 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto Hamilton Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Hamilton Road
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Continue on Jordan Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Jordan Road
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Turn left onto School Street
22 m · 3 sec · School Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · School Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clay and Skaneateles Falls.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
NY 5 West
Keep slight right
7.23 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers leaving Clay and Rain Showers near Skaneateles Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clay to Skaneateles Falls?
The road trip is about 32.5 miles (52.3 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Solvay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.2 miles from Clay and 16.3 miles from Skaneateles Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.90 one way or $9.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Clay and Rain Showers near Skaneateles Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Solvay
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Cafe
Syracuse City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Solvay.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Rome station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clay and Skaneateles Falls. Straight-line distance: 19.55 mi (31.46 km).
#1 Clay
Town of the United States
| Population | 54,375 |
| Coordinates | 43.1859000, -76.1724300 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Skaneateles Falls
Situated within Onondaga County at an approximate elevation of 705 feet above sea level, this central New York community sits along the banks of Skaneateles Creek.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.9931200, -76.4560500 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Skaneateles Falls (-76.45605, 42.99312)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.26 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $5.54 | $11.08 |
| Premium | $5.22 | $6.00 | $12.00 |
| Diesel | $6.44 | $7.41 | $14.81 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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