How to travel from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY

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Compare bus for Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a bus costs an average of €12.

Distance: 31 miles (50 km)

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€12

Average price

Cheapest

€6

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

42m

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30m

Additional time*

35m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY is a bus with an average price of €12.
The fastest way to travel from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 12m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Cortland, NY and Syracuse, NY.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €12 compared to roughly €6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-5.51. The journey takes 42m versus 35m 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.

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from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY

How to get from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound
    10:40 AM0h40
    Cortland, Central Avenue (County Office Building), NY
    11:20 AMSyracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    10:40 AM0h40
    Cortland, Central Avenue (County Office Building), NY
    11:20 AMSyracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greyhound
    10:40 AM0h40
    Cortland, Central Avenue (County Office Building), NY
    11:20 AMSyracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    111One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Greyhound
    1:00 PM0h45
    Cortland, Central Avenue (County Office Building), NY
    1:45 PMSyracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:55 PM0h40
    Cortland, US-11 (McGraw Travel Plaza / Dunkin Donuts), NY
    1:35 PMSyracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:40 PM0h40
    Cortland, US-11 (McGraw Travel Plaza / Dunkin Donuts), NY
    5:20 PMSyracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Cortland, 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 Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY.

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You can travel between Cortland, NY and Syracuse, NY by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY is a bus with an average price of €12.
The fastest way to travel from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 12m.
The distance from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY is approximately 31 miles (50 km).
The average frequency per day from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY:
  • Buses mostly depart from Cortland, Central Avenue (County Office Building), NY and arrive in Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways to go to Syracuse, NY by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY:
  • 7 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways.
Omio customers who travel from Cortland, 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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