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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Buffalo, NY is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Buffalo, NY is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $85 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Buffalo, NY?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Buffalo, NY. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Buffalo, NY via Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Buffalo, NY?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Buffalo, NY. However, there are services departing from Windsor and arriving at Buffalo via Aldershot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Detroit to Buffalo, NY?

The distance between Detroit and Buffalo, NY is 278 miles. The road distance is 256.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Buffalo, NY without a car is to bus via Cleveland which takes 7h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Detroit to Buffalo, NY, including transfers.

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

Detroit to Buffalo, NY bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

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

Detroit to Buffalo, NY train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Windsor station.

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Buffalo, NY?

The best way to get from Detroit to Buffalo, NY is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $85 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via Cleveland, which costs and takes 7h 10m, you could also train, which costs $70 - $360 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Detroit to Buffalo, NY bus arrive?

Detroit to Buffalo, NY bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Toronto Pearson Airport station.

Where does the Detroit to Buffalo, NY train arrive?

Detroit to Buffalo, NY train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Aldershot station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Buffalo, NY?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Buffalo, NY is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Detroit to Buffalo, NY.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Detroit to Buffalo, NY?

Book your Detroit to Buffalo, NY bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Buffalo, NY?

There are 241+ hotels available in Buffalo, NY.

Detroit to Buffalo, NY - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Detroit to Buffalo, NY by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane DTW - BUF
4h 1m
$88–631
Drive 255 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit to Buffalo, NYcar 255 mi
4h 35m
$47–68
Bus via Cleveland
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0420
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NYbus Cinncinati,OH-Buffalo
7h 10m
Train
1. Take the train from Windsor to Aldershottrain VIA Rail
2. Take the train from Aldershot to Buffalotrain VIA Rail
7h 49m
$71–358
Fly to Rochester, bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Rochester (ROC)plane DTW - ROC
2. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
5h 9m
$126–646
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Toronto Pearson Airportbus FlixBus 2701 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toronto Pearson Airport to Buffalobus FlixBus N2687
10h 25m
$54–89

Detroit (DTW) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) flights

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Distance: 276.5 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Buffalo, NY, USA?

Delta flies from Detroit (DTW) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Buffalo, NY via Cleveland Bus Station and Cleveland, OH in around 7h 10m.

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