How to travel from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY

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Compare train and bus for Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of lei165 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of lei165, while a bus costs an average of lei174.

Distance: 146 miles (236 km)

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lei165

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lei174

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4h 11m

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3h 41m

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3h 36m

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from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:30 PM3h45
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    9:15 PMNiagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    lei1771One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:30 PM3h45
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    9:15 PMNiagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    lei1771One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 AM3h40
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    6:10 AMNiagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    lei1821One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:45 PM3h55
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    5:40 PMNiagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    lei1771One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:25 PM4h05
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    7:30 PMNiagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    lei1771One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 AM5h00
    Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY
    9:30 AMNiagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    lei2391One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY

Travel to Niagara Falls, 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 Niagara Falls, NY.

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There are 2 options to travel between Syracuse, NY and Niagara Falls, NY including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is a train with an average price of lei165.

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

A train is lei9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY costing on average lei174.

The fastest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 6m.

Other travel options to Niagara Falls, NY take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 11m.

The distance from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is approximately 146 miles (236 km).
The average frequency per day from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY:
  • Buses mostly depart from Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY and arrive in Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY.
  • Trains mostly depart from Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY and arrive in Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Trailways, Greyhound to go to Niagara Falls, NY by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak, Seajets to go to Niagara Falls, NY by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Seajets.
Omio customers who travel from Syracuse, NY to Niagara Falls, NY often also extend their vacation to go to Cheektowaga, NY, New York, NY, Toronto, ON, Buffalo, NY, Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Niagara Falls, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Niagara Falls, NY to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Niagara Falls, NY, visitors can take the Maid of the Mist boat tour for a thrilling experience at the base of the falls or explore the Niagara Gorge Discovery Center's interactive exhibits and hiking trails. Culinary enthusiasts can enjoy a cooking class at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute, while wine lovers can embark on the Niagara Wine Trail for wine tastings and scenic views. Artpark offers concerts and art exhibits along the Niagara River. For sightseeing, Niagara Falls State Park provides stunning views and walking trails, the Cave of the Winds offers close-up views of Bridal Veil Falls, and the Aquarium of Niagara features over 200 species of aquatic animals. History buffs can visit Old Fort Niagara with its 18th-century buildings and reenactments, and nature lovers can enjoy the hiking trails and views at Whirlpool State Park.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Niagara Falls, NY, allowing time to visit major attractions like the falls themselves, the Cave of the Winds, and the Niagara Falls State Park, as well as enjoy local dining and entertainment options.
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