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Next departures for Buffalo to Philadelphia on August 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	7:39am	Depew Station	11h 9m	6:48pm	30th Street Station
Train	9:05am	Depew Station	12h 50m	9:55pm	30th Street Station
Train	9:05am	Depew Station	14h 40m	11:45pm	30th Street Station
Train	12:25pm	Exchange Street Station	12h 26m	12:51am	30th Street Station
Train	12:40pm	Depew Station	12h 11m	12:51am	30th Street Station

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 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 051, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

49bus per day

11h 35mAverage Duration

279 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 1 051 - R 4 999	Average Duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 1 207 - R 15 348	Average Duration11h 19m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,467 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6467 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 207

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA, US 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 from R 1 207. The average price for this train route is around R 2 394. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Buffalo to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Buffalo to Philadelphia is 11h 19m, covering a distance of 276 miles (445 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Buffalo to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 22 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Buffalo to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Buffalo to Philadelphia at 4:18am. And 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

08/25

R 2 245

08/26

R 1 966

Today

R 3 261

08/28

R 3 146

08/29

R 2 261

08/30

R 1 278

08/31

R 1 688

09/01

R 1 688

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA, US was searched and found on Aug 30, 2026 with a price of R 1 278

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, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 278 to R 12 435 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 278 which is on 2026-08-30.