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Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Major regional art museum with modern, contemporary, and historic works, plus a growing campus and frequent exhibitions.
Cheapest price
€118
Average price
€153
Fastest journey
14 h 35 m
Average duration
17 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
624 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Providence, RI 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 Providence, RI to Buffalo, NY will cost around €153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €118.
It's difficult to get from Providence, RI to Buffalo, NY without transferring at least once.
65 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf
195 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
195 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
65 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple LeafTrains from Providence, RI to Buffalo, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €71 but you can travel from only €54 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 387 miles (624 km) distance in 14h 27m.
Distance 387 miles (624 km) |
Average train duration 11h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €71 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 14h 27m |
First train 4:18 AM |
Last train 7:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 91 days |
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Buffalo, NY trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6256 AMTRAK · 449 Lake Shore Limited | 9:45 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 14h44 | 12:29 AM Depew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY | 1 transfer | |
190 Northeast Regional · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 11:17 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 13h12 | 12:29 AM Depew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY | 2 transfers | |
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Major regional art museum with modern, contemporary, and historic works, plus a growing campus and frequent exhibitions.
Former presidential inaugural site with exhibits on Theodore Roosevelt, the Pan-American Exposition, and Buffalo politics.
Community museum preserving Buffalo’s African American heritage through local history, culture, and rotating exhibitions.
Waterfront district with canal history, public art, seasonal events, skating, and frequent family-friendly activities downtown.
Lively walkable neighborhood known for boutiques, galleries, architecture, and one of Buffalo’s most popular main streets.
Long urban trail and greenway connecting waterfront areas, parks, and neighborhoods for walking, biking, and sightseeing.
Crisp fried chicken wings coated in spicy butter-hot sauce. Created in Buffalo, they are the city’s signature bar food and a must-try local classic.
Thin-sliced roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with coarse salt and caraway, usually dipped in jus. It is a longtime Western New York sandwich staple.
Slow-cooked bean soup with ham, tomatoes, and vegetables. It is strongly associated with Buffalo’s old taverns and Friday lunch traditions.
Refined fine-dining restaurant known for seasonal New American tasting menus, polished service, and an elegant special-occasion atmosphere.
Traditional German restaurant celebrated for beef on weck, sausages, and old-world charm. A Buffalo dining landmark with a cozy historic feel.
Long-standing wing institution known for crispy, saucy chicken wings in a classic neighborhood bar setting with a devoted local following.
Moderate for U.S. city travel; hotels are often cheaper than NYC, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. For cafes, round up or add $1 per drink.
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Buffalo Exchange Street -> Lafayette Square, Buffalo, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence, RI 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.

Most Providence, RI to Buffalo, NY trains use the Providence Station to Exchange Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Providence, RI and Buffalo, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Providence Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Union Station Brewery, The Capital Grille
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Providence Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Providence Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Providence Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Providence Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Providence Station.
Nearby hotels include Omni Providence Hotel, Graduate Providence, Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel.
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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