The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
14 h 4 m
Average duration
14 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
524 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hartford, CT for Buffalo, NY on Wed, May 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 06 the direct trains cover the 524 km distance in an average of 14 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 4 m .
On Wed, May 06 the slowest trains will take 14 h 4 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.
9:51 AM14h04Hartford, CT11:55 PMBuffalo, NY$1251One-way0 transfers
9:51 AM14h04Hartford, CT11:55 PMBuffalo, NY$1251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $93.
Distance: 325 miles (524 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$171 Average price | $127 Average price Cheapest | $194 Average price |
9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration Fastest 5h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:51 AM Hartford, CT | 14h04 | 11:55 PM Buffalo, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY
Trains from Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 11:47. The fastest train covers the 325 miles (524 km) distance in 12h 43m.
Distance 325 miles (524 km) |
Average train duration 9h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 43m |
First train 4:18 AM |
Last train 11:47 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Hartford, CT and Buffalo, NY from $60 (€48). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartford, CT 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 Hartford, CT to Buffalo, NY
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station.
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
- 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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