The cheapest and fastest buses from Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cortland, NY for Buffalo, NY on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus for Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €490.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €492 Average price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 3m Average total duration 15h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:45 PM Cortland, NY | 9h45 | 7:30 AM Buffalo, NY | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 10:20 AM Cortland, NY | 5h55 | 4:15 PM Buffalo, NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:40 AM Cortland, NY | 4h25 | 3:05 PM Buffalo, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Cortland, NY | 4h25 | 5:25 PM Buffalo, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY start from as low as $35 (€29) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $37 (€30) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Greyhound, Trailways from Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NYYou can travel by bus between Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY with Greyhound, Trailways for as low as $34 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cortland, NY to Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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