The cheapest and fastest coaches from New York, NY to Buffalo, NY
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- S$83
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- S$132
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 7 h 45 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 8 h 4 m
- Buses on 13 Nov
- 52
- Distance
- 470 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from New York, NY to Buffalo, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Buffalo, NY will cost around S$132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only S$83.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 52 buses from New York, NY to Buffalo, NY, including 24 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 470 km distance in an average of 8 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.

1:50 PM 9h00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY 10:50 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center S$83 1 One-way 0 changes
6:10 AM 8h55 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY 3:05 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center S$88 1 One-way 0 changes
8:05 AM 9h20 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY 5:25 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center S$88 1 One-way 0 changes
1:25 AM 8h55 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY 10:20 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center S$95 1 One-way 0 changes
ADT N814-D · ADT N816-D5:15 PM 10h30 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY 3:45 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal S$102 1 One-way 1 change
ADT N816-D8:00 PM 7h45 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY 3:45 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal S$111 1 One-way 0 changes
ADT N816-D8:00 PM 8h00 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY 4:00 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center S$111 1 One-way 0 changes
ADT N806-D5:15 AM 8h05 New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY 1:20 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal S$123 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus9:00 PM 8h15 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. 5:15 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal S$110 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus12:00 PM 8h15 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. 8:15 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal S$110 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Buffalo, NY
Buses from New York, NY to Buffalo, NY run on average 52 times per day, taking around 8h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at S$46 if you book in advance.
There are 25 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 470 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 470 km |
Average bus duration 8h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price S$46 |
Buses per day 52 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Frequently asked questions about your New York, NY to Buffalo, NY trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from New York, NY to Buffalo, NY.
Live departures
New York, NY to Buffalo, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Buffalo, NY coaches for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ADT N806-D | 5:15 AM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 8h05 | 1:20 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N806-D | 5:15 AM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 8h20 | 1:35 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
+ FlixBus | 5:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 11h10 | 5:00 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 change | |
+ FlixBus | 5:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 10h50 | 4:40 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:10 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 8h55 | 3:05 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h40 | 4:40 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
· + FlixBus | 8:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 9h40 | 5:40 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 9h00 | 5:00 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 9h20 | 5:25 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 9h00 | 6:00 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h40 | 5:40 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 9h00 | 6:30 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 9h20 | 6:50 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h50 | 6:50 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h30 | 6:30 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N810-D | 10:00 AM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 8h30 | 6:30 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 9h15 | 8:15 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 9h35 | 8:35 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 change | |
· | 11:55 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 10h40 | 10:35 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h35 | 8:35 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h15 | 8:15 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
· + FlixBus | 1:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 15h25 | 5:00 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 2 changes | |
· + FlixBus | 1:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 15h05 | 4:40 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 2 changes | |
FlixBus+![]() | 1:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 9h05 | 10:50 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 change | |
![]() | 1:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 9h00 | 10:50 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
· | 2:05 PM New York, NY | 23h05 | 1:10 PM Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 12h15 | 5:15 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 2 changes | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 12h35 | 5:35 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 2 changes | |
ADT N814-D · ADT N816-D | 5:15 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 10h30 | 3:45 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1 change | |
ADT N814-D · ADT N816-D | 5:15 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 10h45 | 4:00 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 10h30 | 5:00 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 10h10 | 4:40 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1 change | |
+ FlixBus | 7:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 8h50 | 4:40 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1 change | |
+ FlixBus | 7:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 9h10 | 5:00 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 change | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 12h55 | 8:45 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 2 changes | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 12h35 | 8:25 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 2 changes | |
+ FlixBus | 8:00 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 9h35 | 5:35 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 change | |
+ FlixBus | 8:00 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 9h15 | 5:15 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h40 | 4:40 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 9h00 | 5:00 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N816-D | 8:00 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 7h45 | 3:45 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
ADT N816-D | 8:00 PM New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY | 8h00 | 4:00 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h15 | 5:15 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h35 | 5:35 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 8h40 | 7:30 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
+ FlixBus | 10:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 9h35 | 8:25 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h26 | 8:25 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 8h46 | 8:45 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
![]() | 1:25 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 8h55 | 10:20 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 0 changesdirect | |
· + FlixBus | 1:25 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 15h15 | 4:40 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 2 changes | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between New York, NY and Buffalo, NY
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: New York, NY to Buffalo, NY coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Buffalo, NY by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Buffalo, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in New York, NY and Buffalo, NY
Most New York, NY to Buffalo, NY buses use the New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. to Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center station pair, with some services arriving at Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Buffalo, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which New York, NY station do buses to Buffalo, NY leave from?
Getting to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. from New York city centre
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. bus station facilities and services
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to New York, Port Authority Bus Station from New York city centre
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station bus station facilities and services
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station from New York city centre
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station is 16 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station bus station facilities and services
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several eateries within the station including fast food.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station. ATMs are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
Which Buffalo, NY station do buses from New York, NY arrive at?
Getting to Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center from Buffalo city centre
Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center bus station facilities and services
Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi is available in the station. ATMs are aTM services are available near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal from Buffalo city centre
Getting to Buffalo from Buffalo city centre
Buffalo bus station facilities and services
Buffalo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snack bar available inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free wifi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Buffalo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Buffalo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Buffalo: Station is wheelchair accessible.
Bus stations for New York, NY to Buffalo, NY
Check bus stations information for New York, NY and Buffalo, NY, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

