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Clinton County Historical Museum
Local history museum in a former county museum building, featuring exhibits on Plattsburgh, Lake Champlain, and regional culture.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€82
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€82
Fastest journey on Sep 19
8 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Syracuse, NY to Plattsburgh, NY 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 Plattsburgh, NY will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €82.
It's difficult to get from Syracuse, NY to Plattsburgh, NY without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Plattsburgh, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €59, while a bus costs an average of €96.
Distance: 175 miles (283 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€96 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Syracuse, NY to Plattsburgh, NY:
A train is €37 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Syracuse, NY to Plattsburgh, NY costing on average €96.
Other travel options to Plattsburgh, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 11m.
Tickets start at around €96 compared to roughly €39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-57.35. The journey takes 9h 11m versus 4h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse, NY to Plattsburgh, NY buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 AM Syracuse, NY | 8h25 | 3:10 PM Plattsburgh, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Syracuse, NY to Plattsburgh, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €43 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 175 miles (283 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 175 miles (283 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
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Local history museum in a former county museum building, featuring exhibits on Plattsburgh, Lake Champlain, and regional culture.
Museum on the former air force base with aircraft displays and exhibits on military aviation and community history.
Hands-on museum focused on transportation history with exhibits on rail, local travel, and related regional artifacts.
Large lakeside city park with walking paths, memorials, marina views, and space to relax beside Lake Champlain.
Downtown green space with the Macdonough Monument, seasonal events, and easy access to shops and historic streets.
Scenic waterfront trail and park area on the former base, popular for walking, birdwatching, and broad lake views.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syracuse, NY to Plattsburgh, 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 Plattsburgh, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Syracuse, NY to Plattsburgh, NY buses use the Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station) to Plattsburgh, State Route 3 (Sunoco Gas Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Syracuse, NY and Plattsburgh, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station) is 3 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station).
Available at Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station): The station is wheelchair accessible.
Plattsburgh, State Route 3 (Sunoco Gas Station) is 3 km from Plattsburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Plattsburgh, State Route 3 (Sunoco Gas Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Plattsburgh, State Route 3 (Sunoco Gas Station). ATMs are aTM available at the gas station.
Ticket office support is available at Plattsburgh, State Route 3 (Sunoco Gas Station).
Available at Plattsburgh, State Route 3 (Sunoco Gas Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plattsburgh, State Route 3 (Sunoco Gas Station): Limited accessibility for wheelchairs.
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