The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY
Cheapest price
£93
Average price
£104
Fastest journey
7 h 46 m
Average duration
10 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA 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 354 km distance in an average of 10 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 26 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £115.
Distance: 354 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£115 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest | £317 Average Price |
7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:25 Philadelphia, PA | 9h34 | 16:59 Syracuse, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:13 Philadelphia, PA | 7h46 | 16:59 Syracuse, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 19:04. The fastest train covers the 354 km distance in 7h 44m.
Distance 354 km |
Average train duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 44m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 19:04 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Syracuse, NY from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA and Syracuse, NY
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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