The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY
Cheapest price
£328
Average price
£328
Fastest journey
13 h 24 m
Average duration
13 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
642 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY will cost around £328 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £328.
To travel from Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY you need to make at least one change.
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire ServiceTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 642 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£187 Average Price | £77 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price |
13h 5m Average total duration 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 17m Average total duration 11h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 23:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 20h47 | 20:32 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 23:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 20h41 | 20:32 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY
Trains from Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £44 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 642 km distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 642 km |
Average train duration 12h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 13h 30m |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 19:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Boston, MA and Buffalo, NY from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Buffalo, NY by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Buffalo, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and Buffalo, NY
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
- Liberty Hound
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
- Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
- The Westin Buffalo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Empire Service and Maple Leaf trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor Station
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