How to travel from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, while a flight costs an average of $537.

Distance: 262 miles (423 km)

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$79

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9h 38m

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Compare ways to travel from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA

Compare the available ways to get from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA is a bus with an average price of $79 (€67).

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

A bus is $131 (€110) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $210 (€176).

A bus is $458 (€383) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $537 (€449).

The fastest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 55m.

Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 30m.

Train takes on average 9h 38m.

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

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from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Greyhound
    12:00 PM6h25
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    6:25 PMBoston, Bus Terminal South Station
    $671One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    12:00 PM6h25
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    6:25 PMBoston, Bus Terminal South Station
    $671One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greyhound
    12:00 PM6h25
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    6:25 PMBoston, Bus Terminal South Station
    $671One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak448 Lake Shore Limited
    11:42 AM8h42
    Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
    8:24 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
    $741One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak448 Lake Shore Limited
    11:42 AM8h50
    Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
    8:32 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA
    $741One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited
    11:42 AM8h42
    Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
    8:24 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
    $1141One-way
    1 transfer
  • Greyhound
    6:50 AM7h40
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    2:30 PMBoston, Bus Terminal South Station
    $731One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound ·
    12:20 AM11h05
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    11:25 AMBoston, Bus Terminal South Station
    $971One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 AM9h30
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    12:00 PMBoston, Bus Terminal South Station
    $981One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA

Travel to Boston, MA 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 Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Syracuse, NY and Boston, MA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA is a bus with an average price of $79 (€67).

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

A bus is $131 (€110) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $210 (€176).

A bus is $458 (€383) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $537 (€449).

The fastest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 55m.

Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 30m.

Train takes on average 9h 38m.

The distance from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA is approximately 262 miles (423 km).
The average frequency per day from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Syracuse, NY and Boston, MA 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 Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Syracuse Hancock International Airport and arrive in Edward L. Logan International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY and arrive in South Station, Boston, MA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY and arrive in Boston, Bus Terminal South Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Republic Airlines, American Airlines, piedmont airlines, United, skywest airlines, psa airlines, JetBlue Airways to go to Boston, MA by flight.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Boston, MA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Boston, MA by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Republic Airlines, piedmont airlines, JetBlue Airways.
  • 2 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Syracuse, NY to Boston, MA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Providence, RI. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Boston, MA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Boston, MA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Explore the historic streets of Beacon Hill and take a scenic walk along the Charles River Esplanade. Visit the Boston Public Library and enjoy a guided tour of the USS Constitution. Discover Quincy Market's vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss the Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Common, and the New England Aquarium.
To fully experience Boston, MA, plan for 3 to 4 days to explore its historic sites, museums, and neighborhoods.
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