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Syracuse University Art Museum
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ to Syracuse, NY will cost around £147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £113.
To travel from Newark, NJ to Syracuse, NY you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Newark, NJ to Syracuse, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 15:08. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 1:56 |
Last train 15:08 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Newark, NJ to Syracuse, NY.
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Syracuse, NY trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 4:48 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 8h01 | 12:49 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 change | |
150 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 6:16 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 6h33 | 12:49 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 change | |
150 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 6:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h27 | 12:49 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 change | |
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service | 9:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h33 | 15:59 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 change | |
664 Keystone Service · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 13:08 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 8h43 | 21:51 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 change | |
82 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 13:29 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 8h22 | 21:51 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 change | |
82 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 13:36 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 8h15 | 21:51 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 change | |
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 14:23 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 7h28 | 21:51 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 change | |
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 14:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h22 | 21:51 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 change | |
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A major university art museum with American and European works, plus changing exhibitions in a compact, accessible setting.
A hands-on museum for science and technology with interactive exhibits, a planetarium and family-friendly activities downtown.
A local history museum focused on the Erie Canal, with exhibits on trade, engineering and daily life in canal-era Syracuse.
A waterside park and memorial area around Onondaga Lake, popular for walks, cycling and skyline views.
A central public square surrounded by historic buildings, seasonal events and an ice rink in winter.
A compact historic district with warehouses, shops and event spaces, ideal for an easy walk near downtown.
Salt potatoes are small potatoes boiled in heavily salted water until the skins wrinkle, then served with butter. They are a Central New York staple linked to local salt mining.
Chicken riggies is a Central New York pasta dish with chicken and rigatoni in a spicy tomato-cream sauce, often with peppers. It is a beloved regional comfort food.
Utica greens combines escarole with hot peppers, breadcrumbs, cheese and often prosciutto. Though from nearby Utica, it is a familiar regional side in Syracuse-area Italian-American dining.
Established seafood restaurant and oyster bar in Hanover Square with steaks, fish and a lively yet refined atmosphere.
Long-running Italian restaurant known for classic pasta, chicken riggies and polished old-school dining near downtown.
Casual landmark for salt potatoes, burgers and local comfort food. A practical stop for tasting a Syracuse speciality.
Moderate for a US city. Hotels are usually cheaper than in New York City, while dining and local transport sit around the national urban average.
Tip 15-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually get 10-15%. In cafés, rounding up or $1 per drink is common.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Syracuse, NY.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ 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.

Most Newark, NJ to Syracuse, NY trains use the Newark Penn Station to Syracuse Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and Syracuse, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newark Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Forno's of Spain, Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Penn Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Newark Penn Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Penn Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.
Newark Airport Amtrak is 4 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Airport Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Airport Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Hilton Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel.
Syracuse Station is 3 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
Syracuse Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, The Mission Restaurant
Ticket office support is available at Syracuse Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Syracuse Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Syracuse Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Syracuse Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Syracuse Station.
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse, Comfort Inn & Suites Airport, Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites.
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