How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Syracuse start from $70. The average price for this train route is around $161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Syracuse is 9h 4m, covering a distance of 222 miles (357 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Syracuse route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Syracuse at 3:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:04pm.

Train Philadelphia to Syracuse from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Syracuse on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:25am	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	8:05am	30th Street Station	7h 57m	4:02pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
	8:15am	30th Street Station	2d 7h	3:45pm	SYR Airport	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	8h 30m	4:02pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	3:25am	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Syracuse on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:15am	30th Street Station	7h 42m	12:57pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:25am	30th Street Station	7h 19m	6:44pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
3:25am	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
3:25am	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
5:15am	30th Street Station	7h 42m	12:57pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Syracuse on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:15am	30th Street Station	7h 42m	12:57pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
8:15am	30th Street Station	2d 7h	3:45pm	SYR Airport	No tags
8:15am	30th Street Station	2d 7h	3:45pm	SYR Airport	No tags
8:15am	30th Street Station	2d 7h	3:45pm	SYR Airport	No tags
3:25am	30th Street Station	9h 32m	12:57pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:54 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Syracuse

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Syracuse. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

224 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $334	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$70 - $1,177	Average Duration9h 4m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5636 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $70

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $70. The average price for this train route is around $161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Syracuse is 9h 4m, covering a distance of 222 miles (357 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Syracuse route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Syracuse at 3:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:04pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$133

12/10

$108

Today

$123

12/12

$171

12/13

$156

12/14

$131

12/15

$79

12/16

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $79

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 $79 to $1,940 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 $79 which is on 2025-12-15.