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Everson Museum of Art
Major regional museum covering art, science, and history. Best known for broad collections, family appeal, and exhibits on Central New York.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inwood, NY to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a flight costs an average of €180.
Distance: 208 miles (335 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price | €194 Average price | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inwood, NY to Syracuse, NY:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inwood, NY to Syracuse, NY costing on average €62.
A bus is €141 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inwood, NY to Syracuse, NY costing on average €194.
Other travel options to Syracuse, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
Train takes on average 5h 39m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €54 |
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Buses from Inwood, NY to Syracuse, NY run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €51 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 208 miles (335 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 208 miles (335 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Major regional museum covering art, science, and history. Best known for broad collections, family appeal, and exhibits on Central New York.
Historic house museum preserving nineteenth-century Syracuse domestic life. Worth visiting for period rooms and insight into early city society.
Interactive museum focused on science and technology, famous for hands-on exhibits and domed IMAX theater. Great for families and curious visitors.
Historic downtown square and year-round gathering place, known for festivals, fountains, and winter skating. A central stop for city atmosphere.
Scenic waterfront park with long trails, lake views, and birdlife. Popular for walking, cycling, and relaxing near Syracuse's restored shoreline.
Compact downtown district filled with galleries, murals, and restored warehouse buildings. Best explored on foot for arts culture and architecture.
Salt potatoes are small potatoes boiled in heavily salted water, creating a crusty skin and creamy center. They are a Central New York summer staple, often served with butter.
Chicken riggies is a spicy Utica pasta dish popular across Central New York, made with chicken, rigatoni, peppers, and a creamy tomato sauce.
Utica greens are escarole sautéed with hot peppers, garlic, breadcrumbs, and often prosciutto. This Italian American side is beloved throughout the Syracuse area.
Long running market cafe and bakery known for tomato pie, sandwiches, pastries, and a classic Syracuse neighborhood feel.
Established Italian restaurant known for homemade pasta, regional Italian American dishes, and a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Upscale downtown dining with seasonal American cuisine, thoughtful plating, and a refined setting popular for special occasions.
Moderate for a U.S. city. Hotels are often cheaper than NYC, dining is mid-priced, and most visitors need a car or rideshares as transit is limited.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or screen prompts for small tips.
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Most Inwood, NY to Syracuse, NY buses use the New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. to Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Syracuse. Use this guide to compare Inwood, NY and Syracuse, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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