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

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Buffalo on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
New York TrailwaysBus
New York Port Authority
Transportation CenterCheapest
New York TrailwaysBus
New York Port Authority
Buffalo (BUF) AirportFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityNo tags
FlixBusBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City 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 8 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
8h 17mAverage Duration
460 kmDistance
42kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$55 - $569Average Duration9h 20m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$90 - $622Average Duration8h 17m
42kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City 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 New York City to Buffalo?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Buffalo start from $55. 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 New York City to Buffalo?

    The average bus travel time from New York City to Buffalo is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 469 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 78 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 New York City to Buffalo?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Buffalo at 1:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

    A bus trip from New York City to Buffalo 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 New York City to Buffalo?

    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 New York City to Buffalo?

    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 New York City to Buffalo?

    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 New York City to Buffalo?

    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
11-30
$194
12-01
$172
Today
$128
12-03
$83
12-04
$71
12-05
$79
12-06
$58
12-07
$86
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $58

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

You can expect to pay from $58 to $396 for a bus ticket from New York City to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Greyhound, 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 New York City to Buffalo, NY?

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