What is the cheapest way to get from Syracuse to Erie?

The cheapest way to get from Syracuse to Erie is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Syracuse to Erie?

The fastest way to get from Syracuse to Erie is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs $70 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Syracuse and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Syracuse station to Erie. However, there are services departing from Syracuse Bus Station and arriving at Erie via Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Syracuse and Erie?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center and arriving at Erie Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Syracuse to Erie?

The distance between Syracuse and Erie is 234 miles. The road distance is 236.4 miles.

How do I travel from Syracuse to Erie without a car?

The best way to get from Syracuse to Erie without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs $70 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Syracuse to Erie?

The train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Erie Station takes 4h 5m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Syracuse to Erie bus from?

Syracuse to Erie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Syracuse Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Syracuse to Erie train from?

Syracuse to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center station.

Train or bus from Syracuse to Erie?

The best way to get from Syracuse to Erie is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs $70 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $130 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Syracuse to Erie bus arrive?

Syracuse to Erie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

Where does the Syracuse to Erie train arrive?

Syracuse to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Erie Station.

Can I drive from Syracuse to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Syracuse to Erie is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Syracuse to Erie.

How do I get a train ticket from Syracuse to Erie?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Syracuse to Erie?

Book your Syracuse to Erie bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Erie?

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There are 3 ways to get from Syracuse to Erie by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
4h 5m
$70–160
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Buffalobus FlixBus 2686 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Eriebus Greyhound US0170
5h 50m
$42–121
Drive 235 mi
1. Drive from Syracuse to Eriecar 235 mi
4h 16m
$43–62

Syracuse to Erie by train (Amtrak)

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4h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.4 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Syracuse, NY, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Erie Station twice daily. Tickets cost $70–160 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Erie via Buffalo in around 5h 50m.

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