How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Buffalo start from $74. The average price for this train route is around $135. 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 Philadelphia to Buffalo?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Buffalo is 11h 23m, covering a distance of 274 miles (442 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Buffalo route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Buffalo at 3:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:04pm.

What is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Philadelphia to Buffalo from $70 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Buffalo on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:05am	30th Street Station	10h 29m	6:34pm	Depew Station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	11h 2m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags
	Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	11h 36m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Buffalo on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	10h 4m	3:19pm	Depew Station	Cheapest
Train	11:25am	30th Street Station	9h 37m	9:02pm	Depew Station	Fastest
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	10h 4m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Buffalo on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	10h 4m	3:19pm	Depew Station	Cheapest
Train	11:25am	30th Street Station	9h 37m	9:02pm	Depew Station	Fastest
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	10h 4m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Buffalo on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:05am	30th Street Station	10h 29m	6:34pm	Depew Station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	11h 2m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags
	Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	11h 36m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Buffalo on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:05am	30th Street Station	10h 29m	6:34pm	Depew Station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	11h 2m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags
	Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	11h 36m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Buffalo on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:05am	30th Street Station	10h 29m	6:34pm	Depew Station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	11h 2m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags
	Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	11h 36m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Buffalo on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:05am	30th Street Station	10h 29m	6:34pm	Depew Station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	11h 54m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	11h 2m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags
	Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	11h 36m	6:34pm	Depew Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Buffalo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

66bus per day

12h 10mAverage Duration

276 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $348	Average Duration12h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$74 - $1,185	Average Duration11h 23m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, NY 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 Philadelphia to Buffalo?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Buffalo start from $74. The average price for this train route is around $135. 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 Philadelphia to Buffalo?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Buffalo is 11h 23m, covering a distance of 274 miles (442 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Buffalo route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Buffalo?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Buffalo at 3:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:04pm.
What is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Buffalo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Buffalo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$146

12/10

$113

Today

$138

12/12

$178

12/13

$163

12/14

$138

12/15

$138

12/16

$138

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $113

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

You can expect to pay from $113 to $901 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2025-12-14.