The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 26 buses that leave New York, NY for Syracuse, NY on Wed, Nov 19, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct buses cover the 314 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Syracuse, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€56 Average price Cheapest | €173 Average price | €235 Average price |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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New York, NY to Syracuse, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator New York Trailways | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator New York Trailways | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator New York Trailways | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 5h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Live departures
New York, NY to Syracuse, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Syracuse, NY buses for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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undefined · undefined | 10:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 7h55 | 6:45 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:10 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h10 | 4:20 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5h05 | 6:05 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h40 | 6:45 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 6h45 | 8:45 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
NYT 810 | 3:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h15 | 8:15 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
NYT 810 · NYT 916 | 3:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h45 | 8:45 PM Syracuse, Air Cargo Rd (Hancock Airport), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 4:05 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 8h25 | 12:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
ADT 278 · ADT 264 | 4:15 PM New York, W 33rd St / 11th Ave (Hudson Yards Trailways), NY | 6h50 | 11:05 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
ADT 278 · ADT 264 | 4:15 PM New York, W 33rd St / 11th Ave (Hudson Yards Trailways), NY | 7h05 | 11:20 PM Syracuse, Schine Student Center (Waverly Ave), NY | 1 transfer | |
ADT 278 · ADT 264 | 4:45 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 6h20 | 11:05 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
ADT 278 · ADT 264 | 4:45 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 6h35 | 11:20 PM Syracuse, Schine Student Center (Waverly Ave), NY | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 6:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5h55 | 12:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 7:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5h30 | 12:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:20 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h10 | 12:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5h30 | 2:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h10 | 3:40 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NYT 816 | 1:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h45 | 5:45 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 3:35 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 6h30 | 10:05 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:50 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h05 | 8:55 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:59 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5h06 | 10:05 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h45 | 11:10 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY
Buses from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, Trailways from New York, NY to Syracuse, NYYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Syracuse, NY with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, Trailways for as low as $48 (€39). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from New York to Syracuse
New York City is located at the southernmost part of the state of New York and is not only the most densely populated city in the United States but also the biggest metropolitan region in the world by land mass. There are several options travelers can use to reach the Syracuse from New York, including train, private car, or bus travel. Traveling by bus from New York to Syracuse provides travelers with a comfortable, reliable, and safe journey while giving them the opportunity to sample the best of the scenic beauty between the two cities. Taking a bus from New York to Syracuse will allow travelers to discover scenic gems that are otherwise impossible to view by a plane. On average, the distance covered by bus from New York to Syracuse is about 259 miles (417 kilometers) and takes between four hours 30 minutes and five hours 30 minutes depending on the condition of weather and traffic. Travelers can board a bus at 368 Park Avenue Street and arrive at Schine Student Center -210 Waverly Avenue in Syracuse. An average trip by bus from New York to Syracuse will take five hours and 29 minutes, with the fastest available bus taking four hours and 20 minutes.
Which bus companies travel from New York to Syracuse?
There are numerous bus companies that operate from New York to Syracuse, such as OurBus. Travelers will definitely enjoy a professional, courteous, and friendly driver alongside good speed and safe driving. OurBus is a reliable company that provides commuter and intercity routes serving cities in New York as well as Syracuse. Travelers that choose to travel by OurBus can depart from Madison Avenue in New York and arrive at the bust stop in Syracuse situated at Waverly Avenue between University Avenue and Walnut Place. OurBus operates a fleet of modern coaches with plenty of amenities. Available on the journey are reclining seats, free WiFi internet connection, large restrooms, and a free bottle of water to every passenger traveling on the coach.
How long is the bus ride from New York to Syracuse?
For travelers that prefer to use a bus from New York to Syracuse, the journey will take them approximately four hours and 35 minutes to complete the journey. This time may change depending on the traffic and weather conditions. The expected distance to be covered is 257 miles when you board OurBus. The fastest available service on this route will take around four hours and 20 minutes.
How many buses are there from New York to Syracuse?
There are over 76 daily bus trips from New York City to Syracuse. OurBus is among the many buses that travel from New York to Syracuse. Usually, OurBus is scheduled for one trip per day on this route which translates to seven trips per week. The earliest bus on this route departs at 12:00 a.m. from Madison Avenue between E. 26th and 27th St. and arrives at Schine Student Center-210 Waverly Avenue in Syracuse station at around 4:35 p.m. OurBus has a fleet of 762 buses daily going to 138 routes to various cities and the New York-Syracuse route is one of them. On weekends, OurBus provides one trip per day and travelers can expect to get a better deal since there are not many travelers during this time.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from New York to Syracuse?
Departure bus station: travelers depart from Madison Ave between 26th and 27th when traveling by bus from New York to Syracuse. The distance between New York city center and the station is 2.8 miles and will take travelers 22 minutes via Broadway to reach Madison Avenue. The Madison Avenue station houses St. James Building where travelers can enjoy restaurants, cafes, retail outlets, and a cigar shop. Travelers can enjoy other services such as free WiFi, reclining seats, sanitized restrooms, free rescheduling, personal charging ports, and free water.
Arrival bus station: bus services from New York to Syracuse will arrive at Waverly Ave. between Walnut Place and University Ave. Travelers looking to get from Waverly Ave to Syracuse city center should take around six minutes to travel the 1.2 miles when traveling via University Ave and E Genesee St. Waverly Ave is does not have some many of the facilities of a large bus station as it is a bus stop on an avenue, but nearby there are plenty of retail shops, restaurants, cafes, bars, and a taxi stand for passengers to take the next leg of their journey.
FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Syracuse, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
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