Bus from Chicago to Buffalo, NY: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Buffalo on March 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityFastest

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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 $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
10h 23mAverage Duration
741 kmDistance
67kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$76 - $296Average Duration20h 5m
18kg CO₂e
Average Price$77 - $276Average Duration10h 23m
67kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Buffalo?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Buffalo start from $76. The average price for this route is around $104. 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 Chicago to Buffalo?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Buffalo is 20h 5m, covering a distance of 731 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Buffalo route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Buffalo at 1:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Buffalo?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Buffalo generates an estimated 18 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 Chicago to Buffalo?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87524 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Buffalo?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. 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 FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. 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 FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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