- Must visit
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
The world's largest children's museum, known for large-scale interactive exhibits spanning science, culture, dinosaurs, and space. A top family attraction in the city.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Indianapolis, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $121. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $121, and a flight costs an average of $341.
Distance: 565 miles (910 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$176 Average price Cheapest | $249 Average price | $425 Average price |
22h 50m Average total duration 22h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 30m Average total duration 18h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Syracuse, NY to Indianapolis, IN:
A bus is $73 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to Indianapolis, IN costing on average $249 (€201).
A bus is $249 (€202) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to Indianapolis, IN costing on average $425 (€344).
Other travel options to Indianapolis, IN take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 0m.
Bus takes on average 22h 20m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $261 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $120 |
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Buses from Syracuse, NY to Indianapolis, IN run on average 4 times per day, taking around 22h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $121 (€98) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 565 miles (910 km) distance in 21h 40m.
Distance 565 miles (910 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $121 (€98) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 21h 40m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The world's largest children's museum, known for large-scale interactive exhibits spanning science, culture, dinosaurs, and space. A top family attraction in the city.
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Celebrated museum of Native American and Western art, with strong permanent collections and thoughtful interpretation. Distinctive and highly regarded downtown stop.
Indianapolis's signature central circle and public gathering place, surrounded by historic buildings and anchored by the Soldiers and Sailors Monument.
Popular cultural corridor lined with theaters, public art, nightlife, and independent shops. One of the city's trendiest walking areas.
Scenic downtown promenade along the Central Canal, popular for walking, photos, and skyline views. Widely featured in visitor guides and social media.
A Hoosier classic: a breaded and fried pork cutlet served on a bun, often comically larger than the bread. It is one of Central Indiana’s most iconic comfort foods.
Indiana’s unofficial state pie, made with a rich custard-like filling of cream, sugar, and vanilla, often with a caramelized top. It is a long-standing regional dessert tradition.
Indianapolis is famous for this fiery shrimp cocktail served with an exceptionally hot horseradish sauce, popularized by the historic St. Elmo Steak House.
Well-regarded modern American restaurant in Fletcher Place with a creative seasonal menu, strong local following, and stylish yet relaxed setting.
Historic downtown steakhouse best known for its shrimp cocktail, steaks, and classic old-school atmosphere. One of Indianapolis’s most famous dining institutions.
Established upscale-casual spot related to St. Elmo, known for steaks, seafood, and the famous shrimp cocktail in a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Generally moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels vary by events, while casual dining, coffee, and local transport are fairly affordable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis and rideshares, USD 1-2 per bag for hotel staff, and USD 1-2 per drink at bars. Tipping is expected for table service.
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