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Niagara Falls History Museum
Compact local history museum covering the city’s development, tourism, and military past. A strong introduction to Niagara Falls beyond the waterfalls.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 3 buses that leave Buffalo, NY for Niagara Falls, ON on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON:
A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON costing on average $16.
Other travel options to Niagara Falls, ON take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 24m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ADT N816 | 4:20 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1h00 | 5:20 AM Niagara Falls, GO/VIA & Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1h40 | 6:25 AM Niagara Falls, Table Rock Centre Station, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1h55 | 6:40 AM Niagara Falls (Mount Carmel), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1h25 | 6:40 AM Niagara Falls (Mount Carmel), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1h10 | 6:25 AM Niagara Falls, Table Rock Centre Station, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 2h25 | 10:55 AM Niagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1h55 | 10:55 AM Niagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT N806 | 1:20 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1h55 | 3:15 PM Niagara Falls, GO/VIA & Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT N806 | 2:05 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1h10 | 3:15 PM Niagara Falls, GO/VIA & Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 2h20 | 8:05 PM Niagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1h55 | 8:05 PM Niagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 2h05 | 8:40 PM Niagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1h40 | 8:40 PM Niagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT N810B | 7:00 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1h10 | 8:10 PM Niagara Falls, GO/VIA & Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Niagara Falls, ON — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Niagara Falls, ON trip today.
Compact local history museum covering the city’s development, tourism, and military past. A strong introduction to Niagara Falls beyond the waterfalls.
War of 1812 museum at Lundy’s Lane Battlefield with exhibits, artifacts, and cemetery tours. Excellent for understanding a pivotal local battle.
Art gallery and museum in nearby Queenston celebrating landscape painter Laura Secord? No, David Milne. Strong collection for Canadian art fans.
The world-famous waterfall precinct with dramatic viewpoints, promenades, and attractions. It is the essential Niagara Falls experience for first-time visitors.
Riverside park with formal gardens, broad lawns, and seasonal fireworks views. It is one of the best places for relaxed classic falls panoramas.
Scenic road and trail following the river past gardens, rapids, and historic sites. Ideal for walking, cycling, and leisurely sightseeing stops.
Icewine is Niagara's signature sweet dessert wine, made from grapes frozen on the vine. The region's climate and vineyards make it a defining local specialty.
Peameal bacon on a bun is a Southern Ontario classic of cured pork loin rolled in cornmeal, often served simply in a soft bun with mustard.
Butter tarts are a classic Ontario dessert with a flaky shell and gooey butter-sugar filling. They are a beloved bakery staple across the region.
Refined Canadian fine dining at a winery estate, known for Niagara wine pairings, elegant tasting menus, and vineyard views.
Well-known casual Italian spot on Clifton Hill, recognized for generous portions, lively atmosphere, and reliable family-friendly service.
Established winery restaurant in Niagara-on-the-Lake serving seasonal regional cuisine with estate wines in a relaxed upscale setting.
Moderate for Canada. Hotels near the falls are pricey, but dining and local transit are in line with major Ontario tourist areas.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants before tax. Round up or tip 10% for taxis. Small change or 10% is common at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Niagara Falls, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON buses use the Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center to Niagara Falls, GO/VIA & Bus Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Niagara Falls, GO/VIA & Bus Terminal. Use this guide to compare Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls, ON bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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