How to travel from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł111. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 zł111, and a train costs an average of zł113.

Distance: 124 miles (200 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY is a bus with an average price of zł125.

This is compared to other travel options from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY:

A bus is zł3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY costing on average zł128.

A bus is zł2676 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY costing on average zł2801.

The fastest way to travel from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY is by train with an average journey time of 2h 48m.

Other travel options to Syracuse, NY take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 48m.

Flight takes on average 7h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Albany, NY and Syracuse, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY

Travel to Syracuse, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY.

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There are 3 options to travel between Albany, NY and Syracuse, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY is a bus with an average price of zł125.

This is compared to other travel options from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY:

A bus is zł3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY costing on average zł128.

A bus is zł2676 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY costing on average zł2801.

The fastest way to travel from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY is by train with an average journey time of 2h 48m.

Other travel options to Syracuse, NY take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 48m.

Flight takes on average 7h 55m.

The distance from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY is approximately 124 miles (200 km).
The average frequency per day from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Albany, NY and Syracuse, NY as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY:
  • Flights mostly depart from Albany International Airport and arrive in Syracuse Hancock International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY and arrive in Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY.
  • Buses mostly depart from Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY and arrive in Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, Trailways to go to Syracuse, NY by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak, Seajets to go to Syracuse, NY by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, Trailways.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Seajets.
Omio customers who travel from Albany, NY to Syracuse, NY often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Ithaca, NY, Boston, MA, Yonkers, NY, Newark, NJ. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Syracuse, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Syracuse, NY to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Syracuse, NY, plan to spend 2-3 days to explore its museums, parks, and vibrant downtown area, including highlights like the Erie Canal Museum and Rosamond Gifford Zoo.
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