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Compare bus, train, and flight for Columbia, MD to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Columbia, MD to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $112. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $112, and a flight costs an average of $234.
Distance: 273 miles (440 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$130 Average price | $234 Average price | $112 Average price Cheapest |
17h 27m Average total duration 16h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 35m Average total duration 15h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Columbia, MD to Buffalo, NY by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Columbia, MD to Buffalo, NY
Trains from Columbia, MD to Buffalo, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $130 (€105) but you can travel from only $112 (€91) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 12:25. The fastest train covers the 273 miles (440 km) distance in 16h 57m.
Distance 273 miles (440 km) |
Average train duration 16h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $130 (€105) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 16h 57m |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 12:25 |
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FAQs: Trains from Columbia, MD to Buffalo, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Columbia, MD to Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Columbia, MD to Buffalo, 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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