How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Philadelphia start at $104. The average price for this train route is around $213. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Buffalo to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Buffalo to Philadelphia takes 11h 3m and covers 442 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Buffalo to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 24 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Buffalo to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Buffalo to Philadelphia departs at 4:28am. The latest train departs at 12:40pm.

Train Buffalo to Philadelphia from $99 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Philadelphia on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:05am	Depew Station	14h 40m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	9:05am	Depew Station	12h 22m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	9:05am	Depew Station	12h 50m	9:55pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Philadelphia on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:40pm	Depew Station	1d 9h	10:27pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	9h 27m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	9h 27m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	10h 39m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	10h 39m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Philadelphia on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:40pm	Depew Station	12h 11m	12:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	9h 27m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	9h 27m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	10h 39m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	10h 39m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Philadelphia on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:40pm	Depew Station	13h 5m	1:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:39am	Depew Station	10h 32m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	10h 46m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:39am	Depew Station	10h 32m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	4:45am	Depew Station	10h 46m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:13 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

60bus per day

12h 10mAverage Duration

449 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $360	Average Duration12h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$104 - $1,716	Average Duration11h 3m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,675 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5675 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $104

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA by train

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 train ticket from Buffalo to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Philadelphia start at $104. The average price for this train route is around $213. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Buffalo to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Buffalo to Philadelphia takes 11h 3m and covers 442 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Buffalo to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 24 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Buffalo to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Buffalo to Philadelphia departs at 4:28am. The latest train departs at 12:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-23

$219

12-24

$219

Today

$122

12-26

$1,189

12-27

$211

12-28

$153

12-29

$233

12-30

$211

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $122

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

You can expect to pay from $122 to $1,228 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2025-12-28.