How to get to Niagara Falls, NY from Buffalo, NY

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Compare train and coach for Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 27 km

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Compare ways to travel from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY

Compare the available ways to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is a coach with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY:

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY costing on average £12.

The fastest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 14m.

Other travel options to Niagara Falls, NY take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls, NY including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£3. The journey takes 44m versus 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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How to get to Niagara Falls, NY from Buffalo, NY by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Niagara Falls, NY by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Niagara Falls, NY are Toronto, ON. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Niagara Falls, NY on Omio.

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Day trip from Niagara Falls, NY to Toronto, ON by bus

Why visit Toronto, ON for the day?

Toronto is Canada’s largest city, known for its skyline, cultural mix and varied food scene. On Lake Ontario, it combines modern towers with lively neighbourhoods, museums and the CN Tower.

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FAQs: Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY

Travel to Niagara Falls, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY.

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There are 2 options to travel between Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls, NY including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is a coach with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY:

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY costing on average £12.

The fastest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 14m.

Other travel options to Niagara Falls, NY take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 24m.

The Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY distance is approximately 27 km.
The average frequency per day from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is:
  • Around 11 coaches per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls, NY as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY:
  • Trains mostly depart from Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY and arrive in Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal and arrive in Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Niagara Falls, NY by coach.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Niagara Falls, NY by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY with the following travel companies:
  • 11 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Toronto, ON, Cheektowaga, NY, Boston, MA, Washington, DC. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Niagara Falls, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, NY, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Niagara Falls, NY, visitors can experience the iconic Maid of the Mist boat tour for a thrilling perspective of the falls. The Niagara Gorge Discovery Centre offers interactive exhibits and hiking trails to explore the area's natural and local history. The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute provides cooking classes and dining at its student-run restaurant for a unique culinary experience. Wine enthusiasts can enjoy the Niagara Wine Trail, featuring local wineries with scenic views. Artpark hosts concerts, theatre performances, and art exhibits along the Niagara River. Notable sights include the Niagara Falls State Park, the Cave of the Winds for close-up views of Bridal Veil Falls, the Aquarium of Niagara with over 200 species, Old Fort Niagara with 18th-century buildings, and Whirlpool State Park with hiking trails and views of the Niagara Whirlpool.
To fully enjoy Niagara Falls, NY, most visitors find that 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore the main attractions, such as the Maid of the Mist boat tour, Cave of the Winds, and Niagara Falls State Park, with some time for leisure and dining.
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