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Southern Tier Welcome Center
Southern Tier Welcome Center sits on I-81 near Kirkwood in Broome County, northbound. It has 16 truck parking spaces, according to the FHWA truck parking survey. OpenStreetMap lists restrooms. After this, northbound drivers reach Preble Rest Area about 59 miles later. Syracuse, NY is the closest big city, about 73 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-81 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Location | Kirkwood, Broome County, New York Directions (42.0204, -75.7805) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 16 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Operator | NY State Department of Transportation |
Sources: the federal Jason's Law truck parking survey (2019); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-81
Heading northbound
Preble Rest Area
about 59 miles · Rest area near Preble
Heading southbound
I-81 Rest Area at Mile 232
about 3.5 miles · Rest area in Pennsylvania
Food and fuel: Blue Ridge Travel Plaza, about 80 mi
Overnight parking
Stays here are capped at 3 hours (10 for trucks) under New York rules.
Legal source: 17 NYCRR 156.3. Rules and closures in New York
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Owego Rest Area Rest areaRestroomsPicnic tables 13 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Southern Tier Welcome Center?
On I-81 northbound near Kirkwood in Broome County, New York. Follow the highway signs; the Directions link helps if you come from a side road.
Which direction does Southern Tier Welcome Center serve?
Northbound traffic on I-81.
Does Southern Tier Welcome Center have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Southern Tier Welcome Center?
Northbound: Preble Rest Area, about 59 miles. Southbound: I-81 Rest Area at Mile 232, about 3.5 miles.
Can you sleep at Southern Tier Welcome Center?
Stays here are capped at 3 hours (10 for trucks) under New York rules.
Is there truck parking at Southern Tier Welcome Center?
Yes, there are 16 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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