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The cheapest and fastest trains from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY

Showing times and prices for Jul 20

Cheapest price

$35

Average price

$43

Fastest journey

2 h 43 m

Average duration

3 h 46 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

223 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Syracuse, NY for Buffalo, NY on Sun, Jul 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 20 the direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .

On Sun, Jul 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 32 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.

Amtrak281 Empire Service
04:09PM2h56
Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
07:05PMBuffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
$351One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak283 Empire Service
07:01PM2h51
Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
09:52PMBuffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
$411One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak63 Maple Leaf
12:59PM2h43
Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
03:42PMBuffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
$411One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak8299 AMTRAK · 63 Maple Leaf
09:10AM6h32
Syracuse, NY
03:42PMBuffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
$561One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €26.

Distance: 137 miles (222 km)

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€30

Average price

€27

Average price

Cheapest

3h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 44m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 30m

Average total duration

3h 0m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Lowest

0.2 - 0.6kg

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Live departures

Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday, July 19
Last updated at 5:25 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak281 Empire Service8:09 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
2h56
11:05 PM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY0 transfersDirect
amtrak283 Empire Service11:01 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
2h51
1:52 AM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY0 transfersDirect
Sunday, July 20
amtrak8299 AMTRAK · 63 Maple Leaf1:10 PM Syracuse, NY
6h32
7:42 PM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY1 transfer
amtrak63 Maple Leaf4:59 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
2h43
7:42 PM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY

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Trains from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $26 (€21)
Distance
137 miles (222 km)
Average train duration
2h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
$32 (€26)
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
2h 35m
First train
04:18
Last train
19:12
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $26 (€21)

Train companies: Amtrak and VIA Rail from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY trains

Buy your official Amtrak and VIA Rail train tickets to Buffalo, NY from Syracuse, NY from $35 (€28) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $35
  • Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

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Popular train stations from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY

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The major train station for departures in Syracuse is Syracuse Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Syracuse Station for your trip from Syracuse to Buffalo.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Distance to city center
3 km
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2
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Parking
  • Parking is available at the station.
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Dining
  • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
  • The Mission Restaurant
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  • Outside the main entrance.
WC
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  • $1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
  • Comfort Inn & Suites Airport
  • Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
  • Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and bus services
Public transit options for Syracuse Station
  • Bus: Centro Bus Service
  • Taxi: Available outside the station
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Distance to city center
7 km
The major train station for arrivals in Buffalo is Exchange Street Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exchange Street Station for your journey to Buffalo from Syracuse.
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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information
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Phone Number
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Number of platforms
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Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available nearby with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
Dining
Dining
  • Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
  • Liberty Hound
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
  • Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
  • The Westin Buffalo
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
  • Hall 2: platforms for Empire Service and Maple Leaf trains
Public transit options for Exchange Street Station
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor Station

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