Getting to Syracuse

Syracuse is located approximately 250 miles to the west of New York City (NYC). There are several ways to get to Syracuse from New York City. By Plane, By Train, and By Bus. Students flying in from an international departure city can choose to arrive at either La Guardia international airport or JFK ariport (both airports are located in New York City). However, we recommend that students should choose JFK International Airport since the two budget airlines that we will mention below only operate from this airport.

By Plane

Currently JetBlue is the most popular budget airline that flies to John Hancock International Airport in Syracuse from JFK airport. The one-way ticket price from NYC (JFK International Airport) varies ranging from US$ 49 and up (price is without tax and other applicable fees). The apporximate travel time from JFK to Syracuse is about one (1) hour (assuming that there are no delays).

By Train

The service for train travel is provided by Amtrak. Amtrak provides service to and from most major cities in the United States. There are two types of seat on the Amtrak train, Coach and Business seats. The ticket price for the train varies depending on the type of seat that you choose and the time of reservation.

PLEASE NOTE THAT TRAVELERS NEED TO TRANSPORT THEIR OWN LUGGAGE TO THE TRAIN STATION.

Please visit the Amtrak Stations for more information. The apporximate travel time from New York to Syracuse by train is about 5 hours and 30 minutes.

By Bus

The Greyhound Lines Inc. provides bus service to and from most major cities in the United States. The fare from New York City to Syracuse varies depending on how early the ticket(s) is reserved.

PLEASE NOTE THAT TRAVELERS NEED TO TRANSPORT THEIR OWN LUGGAGE TO THE BUS TERMINAL.

Please visit the Greyhound New York State Location for more information.The apporximate travel time from New York to Syracuse by bus is between 4.5 and 6.5 hours depending on the time of travel.