How to travel from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Syracuse, NY to New York, NY

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $58 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, while a flight costs an average of $500.

Distance: 195 miles (314 km)

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$58

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$115

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$76

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5h 38m

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The cheapest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY is a bus with an average price of $58.

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

A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY costing on average $115.

A bus is $442 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY costing on average $500.

The fastest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY is by bus with an average journey time of 5h 38m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 57m.

Train takes on average 6h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Syracuse, NY and New York, NY 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 New York, 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 $58 compared to roughly $76 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18. The journey takes 5h 8m versus 4h 2m 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 Syracuse, NY to New York, NY

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

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

  • Greyhound
    7:30 AM4h45
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    12:15 PMNew York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
    $2411One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    7:30 AM4h45
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    12:15 PMNew York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
    $2411One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • UnitedUA4312 · UA4026
    7:53 PM3h37
    Syracuse Hancock International Airport
    11:30 PMLaGuardia Airport
    $9271One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Greyhound
    12:20 AM4h30
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    4:50 AMNew York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
    $2531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    9:25 AM4h45
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    2:10 PMNew York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
    $2671One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    9:00 PM5h05
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    2:05 AMNew York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
    $2951One-way
    0 transfers
  • UnitedUA6254 · UA1498
    10:29 AM3h40
    Syracuse Hancock International Airport
    2:09 PMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $5181One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA4312 · UA1997
    7:53 PM4h06
    Syracuse Hancock International Airport
    11:59 PMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $5181One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA1235 · AA2024
    6:12 AM5h16
    Syracuse Hancock International Airport
    11:28 AMJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
    $5391One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY

Travel to New York, 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 Syracuse, NY to New York, NY.

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There are 3 options to travel between Syracuse, NY and New York, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY is a bus with an average price of $58.

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

A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY costing on average $115.

A bus is $442 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY costing on average $500.

The fastest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY is by bus with an average journey time of 5h 38m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 57m.

Train takes on average 6h 53m.

The distance from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY is approximately 195 miles (314 km).
The average frequency per day from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Syracuse, NY and New York, 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 Syracuse, NY to New York, NY:
  • Flights mostly depart from Syracuse Hancock International Airport and arrive in LaGuardia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY and arrive in Penn Station, New York, NY.
  • Buses mostly depart from Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY and arrive in New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to New York, NY by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways to go to New York, NY by bus.
  • Travel with JetBlue Airways, United, Republic Airlines, American Airlines, piedmont airlines, skywest airlines, psa airlines to go to New York, NY by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 16 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways.
  • 2 direct flights per day with JetBlue Airways, United.
Omio customers who travel from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY often also extend their vacation to go to Boston, MA, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between New York, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in New York, 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 well-rounded experience in New York, NY, 4 to 5 days are recommended to explore major attractions like Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, Broadway shows, and various museums, while also allowing time for dining and local neighborhood exploration.
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