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Trip Overview

The average train between Columbia University and Buffalo takes 9h 36m and the fastest train takes 8h 38m. There is at least one train per day from Columbia University to Buffalo. 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 36m
Duration
443 mi
Distance
$183
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Columbia University to Buffalo train times

Trains run once daily between Columbia University and Buffalo. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Columbia University is at 6:51 AM which arrives into Buffalo at 3:30 PM. All services require a transfer at 116 St-Columbia University and take an average of 9h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    MTAVIA Rail8h 38m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    MTAVIA Rail8h 38m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    MTAVIA Rail15h 15m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    MTAVIA Rail8h 44m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    MTAVIA Rail8h 38m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    MTAVIA Rail8h 38m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Columbia University to Buffalo? 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.

Map of how to get from Columbia University to Buffalo.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 443.1 mi
  • Duration: 9h 36m

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

VIA Rail operates a train from New York Penn Station to Buffalo once daily. Tickets cost $110–280 and the journey takes 8h 14m.

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