What is the cheapest way to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls?

The cheapest way to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls is to line 40 bus which costs $2 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls?

The fastest way to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls is to drive which takes 26 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ellicott Street & MTC Static and arriving at Main Street & Pine Avenue. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Buffalo and arriving at Niagara Falls Amtrak Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls?

The distance between Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls is 26 miles. The road distance is 21 miles.

How do I travel from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls without a car?

The best way to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs $6 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls?

The train from Buffalo to Niagara Falls Amtrak Station takes 40 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls bus from?

Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls bus services, operated by NFTA, depart from Ellicott Street & MTC Static station.

Where do I catch the Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls train from?

Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo station.

Train or bus from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls?

The best way to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls is to train which takes 48 min and costs $6 - $150. Alternatively, you can line 40 bus, which costs $2 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls bus arrive?

Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls bus services, operated by NFTA, arrive at Main Street & Pine Avenue station.

Where does the Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls train arrive?

Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Niagara Falls Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls?

Yes, the driving distance between Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls is 21 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls.

How do I get a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls?

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Where can I stay near Niagara Falls?

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Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls - 4 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Buffalo to Niagara Falls Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
48 min
$6–150
Line 40 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ellicott Street & MTC Static to Main Street & Pine Avenuebus 40 / ...
59 min
$2
Drive 20.8 mi
1. Drive from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Fallscar 20.8 mi
26 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Fallstaxi 20.8 mi
26 min
$85–110

Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls by foot and train

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Distance: 25.9 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Niagara Falls, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo to Niagara Falls Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $8–17 and the journey takes 40 min. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, NFTA operates a bus from Ellicott Street & MTC Static to Main Street & Pine Avenue hourly. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 59 min.

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