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Trip Overview

The average train between Buffalo and Columbia University takes 9h 8m and the fastest train takes 8h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Buffalo to Columbia University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 8m
Duration
443 mi
Distance
$287
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Buffalo to Columbia University train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Buffalo and Columbia University. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Buffalo is at 12:25 PM which arrives into Columbia University at 9:37 PM. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 9h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakMTA9h 12m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakMTA8h 42m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA8h 47m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA9h 12m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakMTA8h 42m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA8h 47m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA9h 12m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMTA13h 19m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakMTA8h 40m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA8h 46m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA9h 17m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakMTA8h 42m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA8h 47m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA9h 12m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakMTA8h 42m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA8h 47m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMTA9h 12m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Buffalo to Columbia University? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 443.2 mi
  • Duration: 9h 8m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $240–370 and the journey takes 8h 17m.

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