The cheapest and fastest trains from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY 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 Cortland, NY will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 1 trains that leave Buffalo, NY for Cortland, NY on Tue, May 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
5:25 PM2h19Buffalo, NY7:44 PMCortland, NY$341One-way0 transfers
5:25 PM2h19Buffalo, NY7:44 PMCortland, NY$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $669.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price | $669 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY:
A train is $8 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY costing on average $45 (€36).
A train is $632 (€509) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY costing on average $669 (€539).
Other travel options to Cortland, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 4m.
Flight takes on average 6h 38m.
The journey is about 24m faster (2h 19m by train vs 2h 43m by car) and roughly $14 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($37 (€30) vs $52 (€42)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:25 PM Buffalo, NY | 2h19 | 7:44 PM Cortland, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY
Trains from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 19:14. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 7:14 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cortland, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Buffalo, NY to Cortland, NY
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
- Liberty Hound
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
- Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
- The Westin Buffalo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Empire Service and Maple Leaf trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor Station
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