- Must visit
Everson Museum Of Art
A major American art museum known for its ceramics collection and notable modern architecture by I. M. Pei. It is one of Syracuse’s top cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 8 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Syracuse, NY on Sun, Jun 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 354 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. 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 $54, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$92 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price | $453 Average price | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY:
A bus is $63 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY costing on average $155 (€127).
A bus is $361 (€296) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY costing on average $453 (€371).
Other travel options to Syracuse, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
Train takes on average 7h 9m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $110 |
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
+ FlixBus | 9:30 AM Philadelphia Bus Station | 7h50 | 5:20 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Philadelphia Bus Station | 7h00 | 6:15 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 12:45 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 6h45 | 7:30 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
· | 1:40 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 9h00 | 10:40 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 7h00 | 1:15 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 8h25 | 3:10 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 7h55 | 7:55 AM Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
· | 8:10 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 7h45 | 3:55 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:30 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 12h50 | 11:20 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 9h20 | 3:20 PM Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY run on average 20 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Syracuse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Syracuse trip today.
A major American art museum known for its ceramics collection and notable modern architecture by I. M. Pei. It is one of Syracuse’s top cultural attractions.
A local history museum in the last remaining weighlock building in the United States, focusing on the Erie Canal’s impact on Syracuse and New York State.
A hands-on science museum in downtown Syracuse with interactive exhibits and a planetarium, popular with families and visitors interested in STEM.
Syracuse’s best-known historic district, filled with restored warehouses, lively streets, and a strong mix of shopping, architecture, and nightlife.
A popular waterfront recreation area with trails, lake views, and sunset spots that are frequently featured in local social media posts.
A central downtown square known for historic buildings, events, and seasonal programming, including its popular winter ice rink.
Small potatoes boiled in very salty water until the skins wrinkle, then served with melted butter. They are a signature Central New York dish with roots in the region's salt industry.
A spicy pasta dish with chicken, rigatoni, peppers, and a creamy tomato sauce. Though more closely tied to nearby Utica, it is widely loved across Central New York and commonly found in Syracuse.
A bakery-style rectangular pizza served at room temperature with thick crust, tomato sauce, and little or no cheese. It is a classic Upstate New York snack and party food.
A long-running Syracuse favorite known for handmade pasta, spicy hot tomato oil, and a lively downtown atmosphere.
An established Italian restaurant on the north side, appreciated for classic pasta dishes, warm service, and a cozy neighborhood feel.
A famous casual barbecue restaurant and roadhouse-style venue known for smoked meats, classic sides, and a bustling, iconic setting.
Costs are moderate by U.S. standards. Casual dining is affordable, while hotels and fine dining cost more during peak dates.
Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

Most Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY buses use the Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) to Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA 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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