How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Syracuse start from R 1 148. The average price for this train route is around R 1 694. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Syracuse is 9h 4m, covering a distance of 357 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Syracuse route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Syracuse departs at 00:33. And the latest train departs at 19:04.

Train Philadelphia to Syracuse from R 1 089 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Syracuse on 26 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:51	30th Street Station	8h 8m	18:59	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
10:51	30th Street Station	8h 8m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:32	30th Street Station	9h 19m	21:51	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:32	30th Street Station	9h 19m	21:51	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Syracuse on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:25	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
08:04	30th Street Station	7h 58m	16:02	Amtrak Station	Fastest
03:25	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57	Amtrak Station	No tags
06:58	30th Street Station	9h 4m	16:02	Amtrak Station	No tags
06:58	30th Street Station	9h 4m	16:02	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Syracuse on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:25	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
08:04	30th Street Station	7h 58m	16:02	Amtrak Station	Fastest
08:15	30th Street Station	2d 7h	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
08:15	30th Street Station	2d 7h	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
03:25	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Syracuse on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:25	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
08:04	30th Street Station	7h 58m	16:02	Amtrak Station	Fastest
03:25	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57	Amtrak Station	No tags
06:58	30th Street Station	9h 4m	16:02	Amtrak Station	No tags
06:58	30th Street Station	9h 4m	16:02	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:38 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Syracuse

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Syracuse. The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 811, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

8h 35mAverage duration

360 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 811 - R 2 816	Average duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 148 - R 11 223	Average duration9h 4m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 148

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Syracuse start from R 1 148. The average price for this train route is around R 1 694. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Syracuse is 9h 4m, covering a distance of 357 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Syracuse route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Syracuse departs at 00:33. And the latest train departs at 19:04.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/01

R 1 700

25/01

R 1 782

Today

R 2 030

27/01

R 1 700

28/01

R 1 304

29/01

R 1 518

30/01

R 1 089

31/01

R 1 089

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, US was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 089

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 089 to R 20 377 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 089, which is on 2026-01-30.