How far is Syracuse, NY from Highland Mills, NY?
The driving distance from Syracuse, NY to Highland Mills, NY is about 209.2 miles (336.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.6 miles (252 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 35m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Syracuse and Highland Mills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse and Highland Mills.
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Start on South State Street
3 m · 6 sec · South State Street
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Turn left onto East Genesee Street
1371 ft · 31 sec · East Genesee Street
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Turn right onto Almond Street
1445 ft · 28 sec · Almond Street
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Turn slight right
90 m · 5 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward I 81 South
1057 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 49 sec
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Continue straight
72.6 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Keep slight left to continue on New York
130.4 mi · 2 hr 41 min
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Keep slight right to continue on NY 17, NY 32: Newburgh, Suffern
1009 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NY 32: Newburgh
65 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Averell Avenue
55 m · 4 sec · Averell Avenue
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Continue on State Route 32
2.5 mi · 6 min · State Route 32
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Route 32
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Syracuse and Highland Mills.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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130 mi · 02h 41m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Syracuse and Rain Showers near Highland Mills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Syracuse to Highland Mills?
The road trip is about 209.2 miles (336.7 km) and usually takes 04h 17m 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?
Deposit is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.4 miles from Syracuse and 104.8 miles from Highland Mills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.6 miles (252 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.6 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 8:24 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.77 one way or $65.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Syracuse and Rain Showers near Highland Mills.
Stop Ideas Near Deposit
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 Deposit.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Syracuse and Highland Mills. Straight-line distance: 156.57 mi (251.97 km).
#1 Syracuse
The fifth most populous city in New York.
| Population | 141,229 |
| Coordinates | 43.0481200, -76.1474200 |
| Altitude | 121 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Highland Mills
Census-designated place in Orange County, New York
| Population | 3,957 |
| Coordinates | 41.3470400, -74.1262600 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highland Mills (-74.12626, 41.34704)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 337 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 36m |
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 | $4.44 | $32.77 | $65.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.97 | $36.69 | $73.39 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $39.70 | $79.39 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $48.02 | $96.04 |
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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