The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY
Cheapest price
$257
Average price
$257
Fastest journey
1 d 13 h 6 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1797 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Petersburg, FL 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 St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY will cost around $257 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $257.
Of the 1 trains that leave St. Petersburg, FL for Syracuse, NY on Tue, May 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 1797 km distance in an average of 1 d 13 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 13 h 6 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 1 d 13 h 6 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.
12:45 PM37h06St. Petersburg, FL1:51 AMSyracuse, NY$2571One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM37h06St. Petersburg, FL1:51 AMSyracuse, NY$2571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $77, and a train costs an average of $257.
Distance: 1116 miles (1797 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$452 Average price | $217 Average price Cheapest | $281 Average price | $262 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
37h 21m Average total duration 36h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 42h 8m Average total duration 41h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY:
A flight is $64 (€52) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY costing on average $281 (€227).
A flight is $234 (€189) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY costing on average $452 (€364).
Other travel options to Syracuse, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 36h 51m.
Bus takes on average 41h 38m.
Tickets start at around $452 (€364) compared to roughly $262 (€211) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-189.81 (€-153.14). The journey takes 36h 51m versus 19h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:45 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 37h06 | 1:51 AM Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY
Trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 36h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $257 (€207) but you can travel from only $77 (€63) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 08:45. The fastest train covers the 1116 miles (1797 km) distance in 36h 6m.
Distance 1116 miles (1797 km) |
Average train duration 36h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $257 (€207) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 36h 6m |
First train 7:06 AM |
Last train 8:45 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Petersburg, FL 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 St. Petersburg, FL to Syracuse, NY
- 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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