66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf3:2512h1530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA15:40Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY£1341One-way1 change
150 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf5:1510h2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA15:40Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY£1431One-way1 change
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service8:2010h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:03Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY£2471One-way1 change
660 Keystone Service · 283 Empire Service9:2312h2730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA21:50Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY£2771One-way1 change
150 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf5:1510h2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA15:40Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY£1431One-way1 change
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service8:2010h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:03Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY£2471One-way1 change
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf3:2512h1530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA15:40Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY£1341One-way1 change
660 Keystone Service · 283 Empire Service9:2312h2730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA21:50Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY£2771One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, NY
The cheapest option from Philadelphia to Buffalo is coach, with an average price of £89. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia to Buffalo among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Distance: 450 km
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£119 Average Price | £89 Average Price Cheapest option | £308 Average Price |
10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, NY trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 3:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 12h15 | 15:40 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
150 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 5:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h25 | 15:40 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service | 8:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h43 | 19:03 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service | 8:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h43 | 19:03 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
660 Keystone Service · 283 Empire Service | 9:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 12h27 | 21:50 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
660 Keystone Service · 283 Empire Service | 9:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 12h27 | 21:50 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
152 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 10:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 11h25 | 21:50 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
662 Keystone Service · 283 Empire Service | 10:30 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 11h20 | 21:50 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, NY
Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Philadelphia to Buffalo, including direct trains, taking around 9h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 450 km distance in 10h 17m.
Distance 450 km |
Average train duration 9h 55m |
Lowest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 17m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 21:24 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA and Buffalo, NY
Most Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, NY trains use the 30th Street Station to Exchange Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Buffalo, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Philadelphia, PA station do trains to Buffalo, NY leave from?
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
Which Buffalo, NY station do trains from Philadelphia, PA arrive at?
Getting to Exchange Street Station from Buffalo city centre
Exchange Street Station train station facilities and services
Exchange Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pearl Street Grill & Brewery, Liberty Hound
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exchange Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Exchange Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exchange Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exchange Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exchange Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside, Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER, The Westin Buffalo.
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