Bus from Buffalo, NY to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Buffalo to New York City on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)Cheapest
OurBusBus
Buffalo Niagara International Airport, (Arrivals) Bus parking area
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
FlixBusBus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
OurBusBus
SUNY
GW BridgeNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day
8h 25mAverage Duration
469 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$47 - $412Average Duration8h 25m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$90 - $869Average Duration9h 35m
43kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY to New York City by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Buffalo to New York City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to New York City start from $47. The average price for this route is around $88. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Buffalo to New York City?

    The average bus travel time from Buffalo to New York City is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 469 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Buffalo to New York City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, OurBus, Wanda Coach.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Buffalo to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to New York City at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Buffalo to New York City?

    A bus trip from Buffalo to New York City generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Buffalo to New York City?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1126 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Buffalo to New York City?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Buffalo to New York City?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Buffalo to New York City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, 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
$165
11-27
$58
Today
$86
11-29
$101
11-30
$86
12-01
$51
12-02
$51
12-03
$68
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to New York City was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $51

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Buffalo, NY to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $51 to $396 for a bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually New York Trailways, FlixBus 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Buffalo, NY to New York City?

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