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Historic Richmond Town
A large living-history museum and village with period homes, galleries, and gardens. Worth visiting for Staten Island history and varied exhibits.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Staten Island, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $88 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 8h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, while a bus costs an average of $88.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$88 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 54m Average total duration Fastest 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Staten Island, NY:
A bus is $87 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Buffalo, NY to Staten Island, NY costing on average $175 (€143).
A bus is $391 (€320) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Buffalo, NY to Staten Island, NY costing on average $479 (€391).
Other travel options to Staten Island, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 24m.
Train takes on average 8h 58m.
Tickets start at around $175 (€143) compared to roughly $73 (€60) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-102.17 (€-83.57). The journey takes 8h 58m versus 6h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Buffalo, NY to Staten Island, NY run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $122 (€100) but you can travel from only $70 (€57) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 12:25. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average train duration 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $122 (€100) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 8h 40m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 12:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
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A large living-history museum and village with period homes, galleries, and gardens. Worth visiting for Staten Island history and varied exhibits.
A broad cultural campus with contemporary art, a children’s museum, and landscaped grounds. Visit for exhibitions, events, and harbor-area history.
A branch of the Staten Island Museum focused on art and archival exhibitions. Worth visiting for changing shows in a historic waterfront setting.
A 2.5 mi waterfront promenade and fishing pier on Staten Island’s east shore. Worth visiting for sea breezes, skyline views, and easy walks.
A waterfront esplanade beside the ferry terminal with harbor views, memorials, and easy access to major North Shore attractions.
A hilltop park with sweeping views of Lower Manhattan and the harbor. It is a favorite for photos, sunsets, and watching the Staten Island Ferry.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Staten Island, 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 Staten Island, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Buffalo, NY to Staten Island, NY trains use the Exchange Street Station to Newark Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Buffalo, NY and Staten Island, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Exchange Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pearl Street Grill & Brewery, Liberty Hound
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Exchange Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Exchange Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exchange Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Exchange Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exchange Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside, Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER, The Westin Buffalo.
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