Public Transit & Bus Routes (Centro) in Syracuse NY & Onondaga County
CNYRTA Centro Buses, Schedules, Fares & Transit Centers
Public Transit & Centro Near Syracuse
CNYRTA Centro operates the main public bus system serving Syracuse and Onondaga County, with routes connecting downtown, shopping centers (Destiny USA), colleges (SU, OCC, Le Moyne), hospitals, and many suburbs. As of March 2026, it’s a convenient option for residents in Clay, Liverpool, Cicero, North Syracuse, Baldwinsville, Fayetteville, DeWitt, and surrounding CNY areas — especially for non-drivers, students, seniors, or those heading to work/medical appointments.
Most routes run Mon–Sat; some Sunday service. Fares are $2.00 one-way (exact change or passes); discounts for seniors/disabled. Use the Centro app or website for real-time tracking, schedules, and trip planning.
Community-updated — email jim@syr-area.com with changes or corrections.
Featured Centro Transit Resources Near Syracuse
Key hubs, apps, and route info for CNY riders.
Centro Bus Routes & Schedules
Full system map, route timetables, and real-time tracking. Centro Routes & Schedules
CentroHub – Destiny USA Transit Center
Major hub for transfers — connects many Syracuse-area routes. CentroHub Info
Centro App & Trip Planner
Mobile app for live bus tracking, fares, and trip planning. Centro App Download
CNYRTA Centro – Syracuse Public Transit
Main Contact: 1-315-442-3300
Website: centro.org
Type: Regional bus system
Operates 40+ fixed routes across Onondaga County, linking downtown Syracuse, Destiny USA, colleges, hospitals, and suburbs like Clay, Liverpool, Cicero, and North Syracuse.
Route 48 – Liverpool / Morgan Rd
Key Stops: Centro Transit Hub (downtown Syracuse), Old Liverpool Rd, Wegmans Liverpool, Bayberry, Grampian Rd & Morgan Rd
Type: Local bus route
Connects downtown Syracuse to Liverpool and Morgan Rd areas — great for shopping (Wegmans, Destiny USA via transfer), work, or errands in north/west Syracuse suburbs. Weekday and limited weekend service.
Route 20 – James St - East Syracuse
Key Stops: Shop City, East Syracuse, Downtown
Type: Local bus route
Connects Syracuse, and East Syracuse to Shope City and downtown — great for shopping, medical, or work commutes.
Route 88 – Cicero / North Syracuse
Key Stops: Cicero Town Hall, North Syracuse Commons, Hancock Airport area
Type: Local bus route
Serves Cicero, North Syracuse, and connects to major transfer points.
CentroHub – Destiny USA Transit Center
Location: Destiny USA, 9090 Destiny USA Dr, Syracuse, NY 13204
Type: Major bus transfer hub
Central transfer point — many routes converge here for easy connections to downtown, colleges, hospitals.
Centro Fares & Passes
Fare: $2.00 one-way (exact change or app)
Type: Fare information
Day pass $5, monthly passes available; reduced fares for seniors/disabled ($1 one-way). Buy via app or on bus.
Centro App & Real-Time Tracking
App: Available on iOS & Android
Type: Mobile tool
Live bus tracking, schedules, trip planner, fare payment — very useful for Clay/Liverpool riders.
Centro Accessibility & Senior/Disabled Services
Type: Accessibility info
All buses are wheelchair accessible; reduced fares for seniors (60+) and disabled riders. Paratransit (Centro Call-A-Bus) available for eligible riders.
Nearby Regional Transit Options
Examples: Cayuga County LOOP, Oswego County LOOP
Type: Neighboring transit
For trips to Auburn, Fulton, Oswego — connect via Centro or regional partners.