How long does it take to drive from Syracuse to Long Island?

The drive from Syracuse to Long Island takes about 4 hr in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Syracuse and Long Island?

The geographic midpoint sits roughly between the two cities. Use MidMeetup's halfway point calculator to see the exact coordinates and venue suggestions.

What are the best restaurants or coffee shops halfway between Syracuse and Long Island?

MidMeetup ranks restaurants, coffee shops, and bars within walking distance of the exact midpoint between Syracuse and Long Island, filtered by rating and current opening hours.

Distance Guide

How far is Syracuse from Long Island?

Q: How far is Syracuse from Long Island?

Syracuse, NY is approximately 220 miles from Long Island, NY as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Syracuse, NY and Long Island, NY is about 220 miles — roughly a 4 hr drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

220 mi

Drive time

4 hr

Midpoint

41.919°, -74.641°

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Midpoint

41.9186°, -74.6412°

Syracuse and Long Island are about 220 miles apart — each person drives roughly 110 miles.

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Sample of top spots near this midpoint

Coffee

Roastery & Co.

★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop

Brunch

Sunday Skillet

★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating

Bar

The Halfway House

★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable

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Driving from Syracuse to Long Island

Most drivers cover the 220-mile route in about 4 hr, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.

Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way

If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 110 miles each instead of 220. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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