The cheapest and fastest coaches from Buffalo, NY to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 2 m
Buses per day
31
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Buffalo, NY to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Buffalo, NY to New York, NY will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Of the 31 buses that leave Buffalo, NY for New York, NY every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 470 km distance in an average of 8 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ADT N829 · ADT N8237:109h50Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center17:00New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY£491One-way1 change
ADT N804 · ADT N81321:1010h00Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal7:10New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY£511One-way1 change
ADT N80114:208h05Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center22:25New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY£521One-way0 changes
ADT N80114:357h50Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal22:25New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY£541One-way0 changes
ADT N80911:358h35Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center20:10New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY£541One-way0 changes
ADT N80114:357h50Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal22:25New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY£541One-way0 changes
ADT N81323:157h55Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center7:10New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY£561One-way0 changes
20:458h05Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center4:50New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY£731One-way0 changes
ADT N80114:208h05Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center22:25New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY£521One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:208h15Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal7:35New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.£681One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Buffalo, NY to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 470 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£58 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price | £173 Average Price |
8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Buffalo, NY to New York, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Buffalo, NY to New York, NY coaches for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:30 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h50 | 19:20 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 8h30 | 19:20 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N809 | 11:35 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h35 | 20:10 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N809 · ADT N801 | 11:35 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 10h50 | 22:25 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 1 change | |
ADT N809 | 11:50 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 8h20 | 20:10 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N809 · ADT N801 | 11:50 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 10h35 | 22:25 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h50 | 21:35 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:05 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 8h30 | 21:35 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N801 | 14:20 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h05 | 22:25 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N801 | 14:35 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 7h50 | 22:25 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:45 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h40 | 23:25 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:40 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h40 | 0:20 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:20 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h45 | 2:05 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:45 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h05 | 4:50 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N804 · ADT N813 | 21:10 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 10h00 | 7:10 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h35 | 6:35 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:20 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 8h15 | 6:35 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h35 | 7:35 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N813 | 23:15 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 7h55 | 7:10 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:20 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 8h15 | 7:35 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h46 | 8:45 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 29 July | |||||
FlixBus | 0:20 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 8h25 | 8:45 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 0:55 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h15 | 9:10 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h45 | 12:15 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 8h25 | 12:15 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h40 | 14:10 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 8h25 | 14:10 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N829 · ADT N823 | 7:10 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 9h50 | 17:00 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 8:20 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 11h40 | 20:00 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 8h45 | 17:45 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 8h25 | 17:45 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Buffalo, NY to New York, NY
Buses from Buffalo, NY to New York, NY run on average 21 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 470 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 470 km |
Average bus duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, Infobus, Trailways from Buffalo, NY to New York, NYYou can travel by bus between Buffalo, NY to New York, NY with FlixBus, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, Infobus, Trailways for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Buffalo, NY to New York, NY coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to New York, NY by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Buffalo, NY and New York, NY
Most Buffalo, NY to New York, NY buses use the Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, Port Authority Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Buffalo, NY and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal from Buffalo city centre
Getting to Buffalo from Buffalo city centre
Which New York, NY station do buses from Buffalo, NY arrive at?
Getting to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. from New York city centre
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. bus station facilities and services
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to New York, Port Authority Bus Station from New York city centre
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station bus station facilities and services
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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