How far is Dalton, PA from Alexandria Bay, NY?
The driving distance from Dalton, PA to Alexandria Bay, NY is about 222.6 miles (358.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 193.8 miles (311.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Onondaga County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dalton and Alexandria Bay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dalton and Alexandria Bay.
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Start on the route
13 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto South Turnpike Road
9 m · 6 sec · South Turnpike Road
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Clinton Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Clinton Street
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Turn left onto Abington Road
607 ft · 12 sec · Abington Road
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Turn right onto Carbondale Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · Carbondale Road
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Take the ramp left
1149 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
48.1 mi · 56 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Syracuse
66.5 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Syracuse
1159 ft · 18 sec
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Continue straight
2193 ft · 27 sec
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Continue straight
96 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 12 North: Alexandria Bay
2522 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto NY 12
3.8 mi · 7 min · NY 12
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Turn left onto Church Street
1728 ft · 49 sec · Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dalton and Alexandria Bay.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Syracuse
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96 mi · 01h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Dalton and Scattered Rain Showers near Alexandria Bay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dalton to Alexandria Bay?
The road trip is about 222.6 miles (358.2 km) and usually takes 04h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
LaFayette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.3 miles from Dalton and 111.2 miles from Alexandria Bay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 193.8 miles (311.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:06 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.08 one way or $64.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Dalton and Scattered Rain Showers near Alexandria Bay.
Stop Ideas Near LaFayette
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Cafe
Syracuse City Hall
Town hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to LaFayette.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Rome station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dalton and Alexandria Bay. Straight-line distance: 193.79 mi (311.88 km).
#1 Dalton
Borough in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, USA
| Population | 1,190 |
| Coordinates | 41.5342400, -75.7360300 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alexandria Bay
US village in New York State
| Population | 1,012 |
| Coordinates | 44.3358800, -75.9177300 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alexandria Bay (-75.91773, 44.33588)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 358 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 46m |
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 | $4.09 | $32.08 | $64.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $36.10 | $72.20 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $38.89 | $77.78 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $46.94 | $93.89 |
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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