How to get to Buffalo, NY from Syracuse, NY

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Compare train, coach and flight for Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. 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 coach costs an average of £26, while a flight costs an average of £597.

Distance: 223 km

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Compare ways to travel from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY

Compare the available ways to get from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY is a coach with an average price of £26.

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

A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY costing on average £29.

A coach is £572 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY costing on average £597.

The fastest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY is by train with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Buffalo, NY take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 40m.

Flight takes on average 5h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Syracuse, NY and Buffalo, NY including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 2h 48m versus 2h 19m 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.

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from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY

How to get to Buffalo, NY from Syracuse, NY by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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

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Best day trips from Buffalo, NY by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Buffalo, NY are Niagara Falls, ON and Toronto, ON. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Buffalo, NY on Omio.

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Day trip from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON by bus

Why visit Niagara Falls, ON for the day?

Niagara Falls, Ontario, is best known for its dramatic waterfalls and lively tourist district beside the river. It mixes classic viewpoints and parks with entertainment, casinos and easy access to nearby wine country.

A view of Toronto, ON

Day trip from Buffalo, NY to Toronto, ON by bus

Why visit Toronto, ON for the day?

Toronto is Canada’s largest city, known for its skyline, cultural mix and varied food scene. On Lake Ontario, it combines modern towers with lively neighbourhoods, museums and the CN Tower.

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FAQs: Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY

Travel to Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY.

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There are 3 options to travel between Syracuse, NY and Buffalo, NY including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY is a coach with an average price of £26.

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

A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY costing on average £29.

A coach is £572 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY costing on average £597.

The fastest way to travel from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY is by train with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Buffalo, NY take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 40m.

Flight takes on average 5h 47m.

The Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY distance is approximately 223 km.
The average frequency per day from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY is:
  • Around 22 coaches per day.
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY:
  • Trains mostly depart from Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY and arrive in Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY and arrive in Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center.
  • Flights mostly depart from Syracuse Hancock International Airport and arrive in Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Buffalo, NY by train.
  • Travel with Republic Airlines, American Airlines, piedmont airlines, psa airlines, skywest airlines to go to Buffalo, NY by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, Greyhound, New York Trailways to go to Buffalo, NY by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 18 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
Omio customers who travel from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Toronto, ON, Atlanta, GA, Chicago, IL, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Buffalo, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Syracuse, NY to Buffalo, NY, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
To thoroughly enjoy Buffalo, NY, and its attractions, plan for a stay of about three days. This allows time to explore highlights such as the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, and Niagara Falls, which is a short drive away.

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