Bus from Chicago to Buffalo, NY: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Chicago to Buffalo on June 12
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Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Cheapest
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
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Next departures for Chicago to Buffalo on June 13
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Cheapest
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Fastest
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
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Next departures for Chicago to Buffalo on June 14
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
No tags
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
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Next departures for Chicago to Buffalo on June 15
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Cheapest
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Fastest
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
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Next departures for Chicago to Buffalo on June 16
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
No tags
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Buffalo
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 10 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 87565 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $80
Greyhound Chicago Buffalo recent customer reviews
Friendly drivers
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cory L.
Not bad but everything US łatę and stations are terrible
Based on 5822 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $139
Amtrak Chicago Buffalo recent customer reviews
Staff were very helpful in most cases and gave me all the information I needed
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Buffalo, NY 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 Chicago to Buffalo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Buffalo start from $80. The average price for this route is around $109. 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 Chicago to Buffalo?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Buffalo is 20h 5m, covering a distance of 730 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Buffalo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Buffalo?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Buffalo at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Buffalo?
A bus trip from Chicago to Buffalo generates an estimated 18.243850000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Buffalo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5817 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Buffalo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
06-10
$145
06-11
$125
Today
$140
06-13
$162
06-14
$151
06-15
$158
06-16
$96
06-17
$100
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of $96
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Buffalo, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $96 to $210 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2026-06-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Buffalo, NY?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of $96
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
