The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY
Cheapest price
£259
Average price
£502
Fastest journey
8 h 54 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
423 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY will cost around £502 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £259.
Of the 8 trains that leave Boston, MA for Syracuse, NY every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 423 km distance in an average of 9 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
65 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf18:4518h12South Station, Boston, MA12:57Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£2591One-way1 change
65 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf18:5118h06Back Bay station, Boston, MA12:57Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£2591One-way1 change
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service8:1210h47South Station, Boston, MA18:59Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£3091One-way1 change
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service8:1810h41Back Bay station, Boston, MA18:59Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£3091One-way1 change
449 Lake Shore Limited12:509h01South Station, Boston, MA21:51Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£6071One-way0 changes
449 Lake Shore Limited12:578h54Back Bay station, Boston, MA21:51Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£6071One-way0 changes
449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited12:578h54Back Bay station, Boston, MA21:51Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£8331One-way1 change
449 Lake Shore Limited12:509h01South Station, Boston, MA21:51Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£6071One-way0 changes
449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited12:509h01South Station, Boston, MA21:51Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£8331One-way1 change
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service8:1810h41Back Bay station, Boston, MA18:59Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY£3091One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 423 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£96 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price |
9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY trains for today, Thursday 2 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:12 Boston, MA | 10h47 | 23:59 Syracuse, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:50 Boston, MA | 9h01 | 2:51 Syracuse, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:57 Boston, MA | 8h54 | 2:51 Syracuse, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:45 Boston, MA | 18h12 | 17:57 Syracuse, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY
Trains from Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 423 km distance in 8h 54m.
Distance 423 km |
Average train duration 8h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 54m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 19:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Syracuse, NY from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Syracuse, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and Syracuse, NY
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
- The Mission Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
- Comfort Inn & Suites Airport
- Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and bus services
- Bus: Centro Bus Service
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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