Bedroom
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Free Drinks
- Free meal
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£108
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£188
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
5 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
6 h 27 m
Trains on 06 Sept
6
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY will cost around £188 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 6 trains from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 23 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.
280 Empire Service
284 Empire Service
284 Empire Service
448 Lake Shore Limited · 244 Empire Service
48 Lake Shore Limited
280 Empire Service
284 Empire Service
284 Empire Service
48 Lake Shore Limited
448 Lake Shore Limited · 244 Empire ServiceOmio recommends booking the coach 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 coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. 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 coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £137.
Distance: 314 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price | £58 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY costing on average £64.
A coach is £105 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY costing on average £137.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 53m.
Train takes on average 5h 59m.
Tickets start at around £64 compared to roughly £58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.02. The journey takes 5h 59m versus 4h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse, NY to New York, NY trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
280 Empire Service | 7:02 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 5h43 | 12:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
8299 AMTRAK · 64 Maple Leaf | 9:10 Syracuse, NY | 12h06 | 21:16 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
8299 AMTRAK · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 9:10 Syracuse, NY | 9h37 | 18:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
284 Empire Service | 9:30 New York State Fair, Syracuse, NY | 6h15 | 15:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
284 Empire Service | 9:51 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 5h54 | 15:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited | 11:42 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 7h05 | 18:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited · 64 Maple Leaf | 11:42 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 9h34 | 21:16 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
448 Lake Shore Limited · 244 Empire Service | 11:42 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 7h23 | 19:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
64 Maple Leaf | 14:30 New York State Fair, Syracuse, NY | 6h46 | 21:16 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
64 Maple Leaf | 14:46 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 6h30 | 21:16 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Syracuse, NY to New York, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 314 km distance in 5h 39m.
Distance 314 km |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 39m |
First train 6:40 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Small tips are common in cafés for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syracuse, NY to New York, 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Syracuse, NY to New York, NY trains use the Syracuse Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Syracuse, NY and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
North Syracuse, Hancock International Airport is 2 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
North Syracuse, Hancock International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available.
Free Wi-Fi throughout the airport. ATMs are aTMs available near baggage claim.
Ticket office support is available at North Syracuse, Hancock International Airport.
Available at North Syracuse, Hancock International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at North Syracuse, Hancock International Airport: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
New York State Fair is 7 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
New York State Fair has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York State Fair.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Blue Bottle Coffee, Magnolia Bakery, Starbucks, The Pennsy Food Hall, Nick + Stef's Steakhouse, Penn & Sushi, Krispy Kreme Donuts, T.G.I. Friday's, NY Pizza Suprema, Blarney Stone, & many more
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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