How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Syracuse start from $50. The average price for this route is around $70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Syracuse is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 222 miles (357 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Syracuse route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Syracuse at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Syracuse generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6332 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Syracuse?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Syracuse from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Syracuse on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	6:25pm	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	6h 20m	12:45am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 55m	3:15pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	12:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	7h 10m	7:30pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 40m	5:25pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	7:00am	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	8h 45m	3:45pm	Syracuse (Hancock Airport)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Syracuse on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	6h 35m	5:05am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	11:20am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 55m	3:15pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 30m	1:05pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 25m	1:45pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Syracuse on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	6h 35m	5:05am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	11:20am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 5m	5:25pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 30m	1:05pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 25m	1:45pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Syracuse on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40am	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	8h 50m	7:30pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	6h 35m	5:05am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	Fastest
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	11:20am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 55m	3:15pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	3:55am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 10m	1:05pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Syracuse on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	6h 35m	5:05am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	6:25pm	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	6h 20m	12:45am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	11:20am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 55m	3:15pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	3:55am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 10m	1:05pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Syracuse on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	6:25pm	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	6h 20m	12:45am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	11:20am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 55m	3:15pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
	Bus	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 30m	1:05pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	No tags
Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	7:00am	Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)	8h 45m	3:45pm	Syracuse (Hancock Airport)	No tags

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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 $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

222 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $353	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$70 - $742	Average Duration8h 39m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Syracuse?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Syracuse

A
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
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B
Syracuse Airport
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C
Syracuse University
Bus stops at Schine Student Center across the street from the Sheraton Parking Garage., Schine Student Center, 303 University Pl, Syracuse, NY 13210
Visit page
D
Syracuse University - Lyman Hall
College Place, Syracuse, NY 13210, USA
E
New York State Fairgrounds
581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209, USA
F
Syracuse, NY
349-399 US-11, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Peter Pan

4/56,350 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

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 bus ticket from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Syracuse start from $50. The average price for this route is around $70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Syracuse is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 222 miles (357 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Syracuse route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Syracuse at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Syracuse generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6332 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Syracuse?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/26

$122

11/27

$116

Today

$111

11/29

$118

11/30

$180

12/01

$114

12/02

$77

12/03

$57

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Syracuse, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $57

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

You can expect to pay from $57 to $326 for a bus 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 $57 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.