How far is Kirkwood, NY from Syracuse, NY?
The driving distance from Kirkwood, NY to Syracuse, NY is about 81.2 miles (130.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 33m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
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.
Human settlement in Cortland 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 Kirkwood and Syracuse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kirkwood and Syracuse.
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Start on Conklin-Kirkwood Bridge
1005 ft · 20 sec · Conklin-Kirkwood Bridge
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Continue on Cedarhurst Road
855 ft · 22 sec · Cedarhurst Road
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Take the ramp left
857 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 11 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
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Adams Street, Harrison Street
1421 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on Almond Street
1718 ft · 38 sec · Almond Street
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Turn left onto East Genesee Street
1448 ft · 37 sec · East Genesee Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South State Street
3 m · 1 sec · South 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 Kirkwood 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 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Syracuse
66.5 mi · 01h 17m
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 Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood to Syracuse?
The road trip is about 81.2 miles (130.7 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Lapeer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.5 miles from Kirkwood and 40.7 miles from Syracuse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 3:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.77 one way or $25.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kirkwood and Mostly Sunny near Syracuse.
Stop Ideas Near Lapeer
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 Lapeer.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Rome station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kirkwood and Syracuse. Straight-line distance: 71.91 mi (115.73 km).
#1 Kirkwood
Town in Broome County, New York, United States
| Population | 5,440 |
| Coordinates | 42.0398000, -75.7971300 |
| Altitude | 272 |
| 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: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $12.77 | $25.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $14.30 | $28.60 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $15.45 | $30.89 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $18.68 | $37.36 |
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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