Distance from Washington to Syracuse by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Washington (DC) to Syracuse (NY) is 290 miles or 467 kilometers or 252 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Washington to Syracuse is 368 miles (593 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 78 miles or 126 km.

Flight distance from Washington, DC to Syracuse, NY in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Washington and Syracuse is 290 miles or 467 km.
The nearest airport to Washington, is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and the nearest airport to Syracuse, is Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR).

What is the average flight time from Washington to Syracuse?

Flight time from Washington, DC to Syracuse, NY is 0 hours 40 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Washington to Syracuse Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Washington, DC and Syracuse, NY
This map shows the distance from Washington, DC, Usa to Syracuse, NY, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Washington, District of Columbia to Syracuse, New York is displayed below.

Driving distance from Washington, DC to Syracuse, NY

The driving distance from Washington, District of Columbia to Syracuse, New York is 368 miles or 593 km.
The total driving distance from Washington, DC to Syracuse, NY is 368 miles or 593 kilometers. Your trip begins in Washington, District of Columbia. It ends in Syracuse, New York.
The driving distance from Washington, District of Columbia to Syracuse, New York is approximately 368 miles (593 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 7 to 8 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Washington, DC to Syracuse, NY

How long is the drive from Washington, DC to Syracuse, NY?
The total driving time is 7 hours, 32 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Washington to Syracuse take?
Washington and Syracuse are 7 hours 32 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Washington and Syracuse

Time difference between Washington (DC) and Syracuse (NY) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in WashingtonCurrent local time in Syracuse
2025-12-19, 13:55:47 EST2025-12-19, 13:55:47 EST
How Far is it Between Washington District of Columbia, USA and Syracuse New York, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Washington, DC and Syracuse, NY in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 368 mi 593 km 319.57 nmi
Straight line distance 290 mi 467 km 252 nmi
Difference 78 mi 126 km 67 nmi

Washington Details

Washington is located in District of Columbia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 38° 54' 15.3'' Longitude: W 77° 0' 59.5''
Latitude38.90425
Longitude-77.01652
StateDistrict of Columbia
Nearest airports to Washington

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Syracuse Details

Syracuse is located in New York, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 43° 2' 53.2'' Longitude: W 76° 8' 50.7''
Latitude43.04812
Longitude-76.14742
StateNew York
Nearest airports to Syracuse

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Washington, DC and Syracuse, NY
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 12 hours 21 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 9 hours 15 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 8 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 7 hours 24 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 6 hours 44 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 6 hours 10 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 5 hours 42 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 5 hours 17 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 4 hours 56 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 4 hours 37 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 4 hours 21 minutes