How far is Syracuse, NY from Rotterdam, NY?
The driving distance from Syracuse, NY to Rotterdam, NY is about 128.4 miles (206.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.6 miles (179.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Syracuse and Rotterdam.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse and Rotterdam.
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Start on South State Street
840 ft · 23 sec · South State Street
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Turn right onto East Water Street
2914 ft · 1 min · East Water Street
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Turn left onto South Crouse Avenue
107 m · 14 sec · South Crouse Avenue
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Take the ramp right
817 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
551 ft · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NY 635 North: Bridge Street, East Syracuse, Thompson Road North
792 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on NY 635 North: Thompson Road North
844 ft · 37 sec
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Turn straight onto Thompson Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Thompson Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Carrier Circle
124 m · 7 sec
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Exit the rotary onto I 90
874 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Albany
1700 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
116 mi · 2 hr 14 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 890, NY 5, NY 5S: Schenectady, Scotia
1.4 km · 2 min
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Turn straight
2244 ft · 55 sec
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 337
1101 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto West Campbell Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Campbell Road
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Turn slight right onto Olean Street
665 ft · 19 sec · Olean Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Olean Street
3005 ft · 1 min · Olean Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Broadway
41 m · 7 sec · Broadway
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Turn left onto Draper Avenue
2537 ft · 1 min · Draper Avenue
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Turn right onto Guilderland Avenue
95 m · 8 sec · Guilderland Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Guilderland Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Syracuse and Rotterdam.
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
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
116 mi · 02h 14m
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.
Sunny leaving Syracuse and Sunny near Rotterdam.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Syracuse to Rotterdam?
The road trip is about 128.4 miles (206.6 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Mohawk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.1 miles from Syracuse and 64.3 miles from Rotterdam.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.6 miles (179.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 1:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.16 one way or $36.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Syracuse and Sunny near Rotterdam.
Stop Ideas Near Mohawk
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 Mohawk.
Union Station
Rome station
Amsterdam station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Syracuse and Rotterdam. Straight-line distance: 111.59 mi (179.59 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 Rotterdam
Located in the county of New York
| Population | 30,080 |
| Coordinates | 42.7870200, -73.9709600 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rotterdam (-73.97096, 42.78702)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $4.01 | $18.16 | $36.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $20.30 | $40.60 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $22.02 | $44.04 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $21.26 | $42.53 |
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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