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New York State Museum
Major state museum covering New York history, nature, and culture, with notable exhibits including the September 11 gallery and Adirondack wilderness displays.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Albany, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $340. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $340, and a train costs an average of $551.
Distance: 2182 miles (3513 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$813 Average price | $626 Average price | $407 Average price Cheapest |
59h 15m Average total duration 58h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 29m Average total duration Fastest 8h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 106h 9m Average total duration 105h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Albany, OR:
A bus is $219 (€180) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Buffalo, NY to Albany, OR costing on average $626 (€512).
A bus is $406 (€332) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Buffalo, NY to Albany, OR costing on average $813 (€665).
Other travel options to Albany, OR take longer:
Train takes on average 58h 45m.
Bus takes on average 105h 39m.
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Trains from Buffalo, NY to Albany, OR run on average 5 times per day, taking around 58h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $551 (€451) but you can travel from only $340 (€278) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:55, the last at 16:14. The fastest train covers the 2182 miles (3513 km) distance in 64h 21m.
Distance 2182 miles (3513 km) |
Average train duration 58h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $551 (€451) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 64h 21m |
First train 1:55 PM |
Last train 4:14 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Major state museum covering New York history, nature, and culture, with notable exhibits including the September 11 gallery and Adirondack wilderness displays.
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Modern civic complex with monumental architecture, fountains, memorials, and broad public spaces that are central to Albany sightseeing.
Albany's best-known urban park, popular for walking, seasonal blooms, and relaxed city views.
Lively neighborhood corridor known for independent shops, murals, nightlife, and a strong local character.
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Roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with coarse salt and caraway, a beloved regional sandwich from Western New York often found across the state.
Fried mozzarella served with raspberry melba sauce, a Capital Region favorite said to have local roots and common on Albany-area menus.
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Historic downtown seafood and steak restaurant, celebrated for its classic Albany dining room and old-school service.
Costs are moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels vary by season, while casual dining and coffee are fairly affordable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants for good service; 15-18% is lower end. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
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