How far is Clayton, NY from Syracuse, NY?
The driving distance from Clayton, NY to Syracuse, NY is about 91.3 miles (147 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.4 miles (132.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 31m.
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 in the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clayton and Syracuse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clayton and Syracuse.
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Start on Park Circle
10 m · 3 sec · Park Circle
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Turn right onto Mary Street
67 m · 15 sec · Mary Street
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Turn left onto James Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · James Street
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Continue on State Highway 12
6.4 mi · 10 min · State Highway 12
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Continue on Amelia Street
12.2 mi · 18 min · Amelia Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 81 South
907 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
61.5 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Keep slight right
2721 ft · 33 sec
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Continue straight
7.6 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Clinton Street, Salina Street
76 m · 7 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Salina Street
793 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto North Salina Street
153 m · 21 sec · North Salina Street
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Turn left onto East Willow Street
928 ft · 31 sec · East Willow Street
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Turn right onto North State Street
1989 ft · 54 sec · North State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clayton and Syracuse.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 81 South
Merge slight left
61.5 mi · 01h 11m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Clayton and Mostly Sunny near Syracuse.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clayton to Syracuse?
The road trip is about 91.3 miles (147 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Lacona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.2 miles from Clayton and 46.1 miles from Syracuse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.4 miles (132.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.32 one way or $28.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clayton and Mostly Sunny near Syracuse.
Stop Ideas Near Lacona
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lacona.
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Empire Expo Center
Rome station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clayton and Syracuse. Straight-line distance: 82.38 mi (132.57 km).
#1 Clayton
Village in Jefferson County, New York, United States
| Population | 4,647 |
| Coordinates | 44.2394900, -76.0857800 |
| Altitude | 84 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Syracuse
The fifth most populous city in New York.
| Population | 141,229 |
| Coordinates | 43.0481200, -76.1474200 |
| Altitude | 121 |
| Country | United States |
End: South State Street (-76.14744, 43.04812)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $4.45 | $14.32 | $28.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $16.04 | $32.08 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $17.33 | $34.66 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $20.96 | $41.92 |
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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