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 drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 29 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 29 min and costs $6 - $10.

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 Rainbow Boulevard & 1st Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 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 42 km. The road distance is 35 km.

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 $9 - $200.

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 $9 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $45 and takes 55 min.

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

Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls bus services, operated by NFTA, arrive at Rainbow Boulevard & 1st Street 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 35 km. It takes approximately 29 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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How do I get a bus 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 - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Buffalo to Niagara Falls Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
48 min
$9–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ellicott Street & MTC Static to Rainbow Boulevard & 1st Streetbus 40 / ...
55 min
$2–45
Drive 35 km
1. Drive from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Fallscar 35 km
29 min
$7–10

Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls by foot and train

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Distance: 41.7 km
Duration: 48 min

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

Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo to Niagara Falls Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $11–24 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 Rainbow Boulevard & 1st Street hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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