Train from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Buffalo to Philadelphia on 20 June
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Depew Station
30th Street StationCheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
Train
Depew Station
30th Street StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Depew Station
30th Street StationNo tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
Train
Depew Station
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Depew Station
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day
11h 35mAverage duration
447 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 105 - R 3 330Average duration11h 35m
11kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 243 - R 9 714Average duration11h 6m
40kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Philadelphia start from R 1 243. The average price for this train route is around R 2 693. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Buffalo to Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from Buffalo to Philadelphia is 11h 6m, covering a distance of 445 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Buffalo to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 26 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Buffalo to Philadelphia departs at 04:18. And the latest train departs at 12:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
17/06
R 3 831
18/06
R 5 299
Today
R 3 764
20/06
R 1 739
21/06
R 1 317
22/06
R 1 182
23/06
R 1 739
24/06
R 1 283
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 22 Jun 2026 with a price of R 1 182

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 R 1 182 to R 12 437 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 R 1 182, which is on 2026-06-22.

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