What is the cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Lafayette?

The cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Lafayette is to drive which costs $230 - $350 and takes 23h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buffalo to Lafayette?

The fastest way to get from Buffalo to Lafayette is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs $150 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Buffalo and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct bus from Buffalo to Lafayette. However, there are services departing from Buffalo, NY and arriving at Lafayette via Mansfield Bus Stop and Atlanta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Buffalo and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct train from Buffalo to Lafayette station. However, there are services departing from Buffalo and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Buffalo Depew Station, Chicago Union Station and New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 56m.

How far is it from Buffalo to Lafayette?

The distance between Buffalo and Lafayette is 1164 miles. The road distance is 1314.6 miles.

How do I travel from Buffalo to Lafayette without a car?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Lafayette without a car is to bus via Mansfield which takes 36h 33m and costs $230 - $430.

How long does it take to get from Buffalo to Lafayette?

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Buffalo to Lafayette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Lafayette bus from?

Buffalo to Lafayette bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Buffalo, NY station.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Lafayette train from?

Buffalo to Lafayette train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo Depew Station.

Train, bus or fly from Buffalo to Lafayette?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Lafayette is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs $150 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus via Mansfield, which costs $230 - $430 and takes 36h 33m, you could also train via Chicago, which costs $500 - $1,300 and takes 36h 56m.

Where does the Buffalo to Lafayette bus arrive?

Buffalo to Lafayette bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Mansfield, OH station.

What is the time difference between Buffalo and Lafayette?

Lafayette is 1h behind Buffalo. It is currently 12:12 AM in Buffalo and 11:12 PM in Lafayette.

Where does the Buffalo to Lafayette train arrive?

Buffalo to Lafayette train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Buffalo to Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Buffalo to Lafayette is 1315 miles. It takes approximately 23h 11m to drive from Buffalo to Lafayette.

How do I get a train ticket from Buffalo to Lafayette?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Buffalo to Lafayette?

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Where can I stay near Lafayette?

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There are 7 ways to get from Buffalo to Lafayette by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport
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1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)plane BUF - LFT
6h 27m
$157–741
Bus via Mansfield
1. Take the bus from Buffalo, NY to Mansfield, OHbus
2. Take the bus from Mansfield Bus Stop to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta to Lafayettebus
36h 33m
$232–424
Train via Chicago (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Buffalo Depew Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
3. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
36h 56m
$517–1,236
Drive 1,307 mi
1. Drive from Buffalo to Lafayettecar 1,307 mi
23h 11m
$239–345
Bus to Rochester, fly
1. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)plane ROC - LFT
7h 47m
$190–758
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Lafayette Transit Systembus
41h 5m
$245–478
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Buffalo to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
3. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
45h 53m
$627–1,339

Buffalo to Lafayette by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,156.9 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Lafayette, LA, USA?

Delta and American Airlines fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buffalo, NY to Lafayette via Mansfield, OH, Mansfield Bus Stop, Atlanta Bus Station, Garnett Station, Doraville Station, and Atlanta in around 36h 33m.

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