The cheapest and fastest trains from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY
Cheapest price
$410
Average price
$410
Fastest journey
1 d
Average duration
1 d
Trains per day
1
Distance
1197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Galesburg, IL 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 Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY will cost around $410 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $410.
It's difficult to get from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY without transferring at least once.
11:28 AM24h00Galesburg, IL11:28 AMSyracuse, NY$4101One-way1 transfer
11:28 AM24h00Galesburg, IL11:28 AMSyracuse, NY$4101One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $90. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $90, and a bus costs an average of $557.
Distance: 743 miles (1197 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$104 Average price Cheapest | $266 Average price | $557 Average price |
27h 21m Average total duration 26h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 30m Average total duration 31h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY:
A train is $162 (€130) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY costing on average $266 (€213).
A train is $453 (€362) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY costing on average $557 (€445).
Other travel options to Syracuse, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 26h 51m.
Bus takes on average 31h 0m.
Live departures
Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:28 AM Galesburg, IL | 24h00 | 11:28 AM Syracuse, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY
Trains from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY run on average 8 times per day, taking around 26h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€72) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:37, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 743 miles (1197 km) distance in 26h 51m.
Distance 743 miles (1197 km) |
Average train duration 26h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€72) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 26h 51m |
First train 7:37 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Galesburg, IL and Syracuse, NY from $90 (€72). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Syracuse, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Galesburg, IL to Syracuse, NY
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with designated spaces for Amtrak passengers.
- The Packing House
- Landmark Cafe & Creperie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galesburg
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Galesburg
- Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with an enclosed waiting area and ticket office.
- Bus: Galesburg Transit
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
- The Mission Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
- Comfort Inn & Suites Airport
- Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and bus services
- Bus: Centro Bus Service
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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