How far is Marcellus, NY from Syracuse, NY?
The driving distance from Marcellus, NY to Syracuse, NY is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.7 miles (17.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marcellus and Syracuse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marcellus and Syracuse.
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Start on North Street
45 m · 11 sec · North Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1332 ft · 38 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on West Seneca Turnpike
8.3 mi · 12 min · West Seneca Turnpike
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Turn left onto South Avenue
1.9 mi · 5 min · South Avenue
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Turn right onto West Kennedy Street
2934 ft · 59 sec · West Kennedy Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Salina Street
1800 ft · 55 sec · South Salina Street
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Turn right onto East Raynor Avenue
615 ft · 16 sec · East Raynor Avenue
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Turn left onto South State Street
1.4 km · 2 min · 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 Marcellus and Syracuse.
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.
West Seneca Turnpike
Continue on West Seneca Turnpike
8.29 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Marcellus 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 Marcellus to Syracuse?
The road trip is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Westvale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.2 miles from Marcellus and 10.6 miles from Syracuse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.7 miles (17.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.62 one way or $5.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Marcellus and Mostly Sunny near Syracuse.
Stop Ideas Near Westvale
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 Westvale.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Rome station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marcellus and Syracuse. Straight-line distance: 10.74 mi (17.29 km).
#1 Marcellus
Town in Onondaga County, New York, United States
| Population | 6,020 |
| Coordinates | 42.9828400, -76.3404900 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| 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: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.45 | $2.62 | $5.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $3.18 | $6.35 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
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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