How far is Syracuse, NY from Ontario, NY?
The driving distance from Syracuse, NY to Ontario, NY is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.5 miles (94.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 08m 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 34m.
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 Cayuga County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Syracuse and Ontario.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse and Ontario.
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Start on South State Street
57 m · 13 sec · South State Street
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Turn left onto East Fayette Street
2863 ft · 2 min · East Fayette Street
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Turn right onto South West Street
1863 ft · 48 sec · South West Street
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Keep slight left to continue on I 690 West: Baldwinsville
1417 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
7.9 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
5.5 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right
1503 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on West Genesee Road
5.9 mi · 9 min · West Genesee Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Route 370
1.2 mi · 2 min · State Route 370
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Continue on Main Street
3.6 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 370
7.9 mi · 11 min · State Highway 370
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Continue on State Route 370
2.1 mi · 3 min · State Route 370
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Turn straight onto Ridge Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Ridge Road
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Turn left
26.8 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight left
142 m · 28 sec
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Turn straight onto Furnace Road
2357 ft · 1 min · Furnace Road
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Turn left onto Ridge Road
28 m · 3 sec · Ridge Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ridge Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Syracuse and Ontario.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn left
26.8 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Syracuse and Chance Rain Showers near Ontario.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Syracuse to Ontario?
The road trip is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Victory is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.1 miles from Syracuse and 33.2 miles from Ontario.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.5 miles (94.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.38 one way or $18.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Syracuse and Chance Rain Showers near Ontario.
Stop Ideas Near Victory
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 Victory.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station
Rome station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Syracuse and Ontario. Straight-line distance: 58.49 mi (94.13 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 Ontario
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 10,173 |
| Coordinates | 43.2209000, -77.2830400 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ontario (-77.28304, 43.2209)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $4.01 | $9.38 | $18.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $11.37 | $22.75 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $10.98 | $21.97 |
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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