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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 3 buses that leave Syracuse, NY for Scranton, PA on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
3:55 AM2h40Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY6:35 AMScranton, Lackawanna Transit Center$361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:15 AM2h55Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY6:10 AMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$361One-way0 transfers- FlixBus · FlixBus2:00 PM5h10Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY7:10 PMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$401One-way1 transfer
- 3:55 AM2h40Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY6:35 AMScranton, Lackawanna Transit Center$361One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:15 AM2h55Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY6:10 AMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$361One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:00 PM5h10Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY7:10 PMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$401One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $176.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $312 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 16m Average total duration 13h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA:
A bus is $277 (€227) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA costing on average $312 (€256).
Other travel options to Scranton, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 46m.
You'll arrive about -1h -40m sooner (2h 43m by bus vs 2h 3m by car) and save roughly $-8.31 (€-6.81) compared to fuel and tolls ($35 (€29) vs $27 (€22)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Live departures
Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:15 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 2h55 | 6:10 AM Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:55 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 2h40 | 6:35 AM Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 5h10 | 7:10 PM Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA
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Buses from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 19:05. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 7:05 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Trailways, Greyhound from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PAYou can travel by bus between Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA with FlixBus, Trailways, Greyhound for as low as $23 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA
Most Syracuse, NY to Scranton, PA buses use the Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station) to Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue station pair, with some services arriving at Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center. Use this guide to compare Syracuse, NY and Scranton, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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