How far is Rhinebeck, NY from Syracuse, NY?
Fastest route
The distance between Rhinebeck, New York, and Syracuse, New York is approximately 182 miles (293 kilometers). The recommended route is via NY-145 N and I-90 W, which takes about 3 hours and 19 minutes. This route includes tolls.
Directions
- 🚗 Head west on Platt Ave toward Mulberry St.
- 🚗 Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Mulberry St.
- 🚗 Turn right onto US-9 N/Spring Brook Ave and continue to follow US-9 N.
- 🚗 Continue straight onto NY-199 E/NY-9G N and continue to follow NY-9G N.
- 🚗 At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto NY-23 W.
- 🚗 Keep right to continue on NY-145 N.
- 🚗 Turn right onto NY-30 N/River St and continue to follow NY-30 N. Pass by NBT Bank (on the left in 4.8 mi).
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan your journey ahead of time to ensure a smooth and efficient trip.
- ⛽ Check your fuel levels before departing and consider refueling if necessary.
- 🚧 Be aware of any potential road closures, construction, or traffic delays along the route.
- 📱 Use navigation apps or GPS devices to stay on track and receive real-time traffic updates.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks or prepare a small meal for the journey to stay energized.
- 🚙 Take breaks during the trip to stretch your legs and rest if needed.
- 📞 Keep emergency contact numbers handy in case of any unforeseen circumstances.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 15m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Montgomery County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rhinebeck and Syracuse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhinebeck and Syracuse.
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Start on Mill Street
17 m · 4 sec · Mill Street
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Continue on Montgomery Street
2335 ft · 1 min · Montgomery Street
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Continue on Spring Brook Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Spring Brook Avenue
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4
Continue on Albany Post Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Albany Post Road
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Turn left
6.1 mi · 9 min
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Continue on State Highway 9G
2 mi · 3 min · State Highway 9G
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Continue on Rhinebeck-Hudson Road
3087 ft · 52 sec · Rhinebeck-Hudson Road
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Continue on State Highway 9G
6.7 mi · 10 min · State Highway 9G
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Continue on Rhinebeck-Hudson Road
4.2 mi · 6 min · Rhinebeck-Hudson Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Rip Van Winkle Bridge
50 m · 10 sec · Rip Van Winkle Bridge
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Exit the roundabout onto Rip Van Winkle Bridge
1.3 mi · 3 min · Rip Van Winkle Bridge
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Continue on State Highway 23
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Highway 23
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Take the exit straight toward NYST, I 87: Jefferson Heights, Leeds
967 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right
1827 ft · 45 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward NYST, I 87
858 ft · 22 sec
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Continue straight
1039 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 87 North: Albany, Mass Turnpike
1235 ft · 30 sec
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18
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
33.4 mi · 39 min · New York State Thruway
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Keep slight left to continue on New York State Thruway
128.8 mi · 2 hr 29 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 481: Syracuse, Oswego
1.2 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 481 South: Syracuse, Fairgrounds, Binghamton
2580 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 690 West: Syracuse, Fairgrounds
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Townsend Street, Downtown
1280 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto North Townsend Street
153 m · 16 sec · North Townsend Street
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Turn right onto East Water Street
146 m · 16 sec · East Water Street
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Turn left onto South State Street
840 ft · 20 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 Rhinebeck and Syracuse.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
New York State Thruway
Keep slight left to continue on New York State Thruway
129 mi · 02h 29m
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.
Sunny leaving Rhinebeck 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 Rhinebeck to Syracuse?
The road trip is about 197.4 miles (317.7 km) and usually takes 03h 15m 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?
Fultonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.5 miles from Rhinebeck and 98.9 miles from Syracuse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.7 miles (221.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.7 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 10:28 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.00 one way or $62.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rhinebeck and Mostly Sunny near Syracuse.
Stop Ideas Near Fultonville
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 Fultonville.
Amsterdam station
Schenectady
Saratoga Springs station
Saratoga Springs, NY
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rhinebeck and Syracuse. Straight-line distance: 137.71 mi (221.63 km).
#1 Rhinebeck
Village in New York
| Population | 7,792 |
| Coordinates | 41.9267600, -73.9126400 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| 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: 318 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.45 | $31.00 | $62.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $34.72 | $69.45 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $37.51 | $75.03 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $45.37 | $90.74 |
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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