How to travel from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $82 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $82, while a flight costs an average of $460.

Distance: 283 miles (457 km)

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$82

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$175

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$460

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8h 42m

Average total duration

8h 12m

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9h 26m

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8h 56m

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5h 34m

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3h 34m

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2h 0m

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0.5 - 1.1kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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1.4 - 2.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ is a bus with an average price of $82 (€68).

This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ:

A bus is $94 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ costing on average $175 (€147).

A bus is $379 (€318) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ costing on average $460 (€386).

The fastest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 42m.

Train takes on average 9h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Buffalo, NY and Newark, NJ including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ among Omio's users.

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from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ

How to get from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Adirondack TrailwaysADT N829-D · ADT N823-D
    7:10 AM9h05
    Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center
    4:15 PMNewark Station (NJ 07102), NJ
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Adirondack TrailwaysADT N829-D · ADT N823-D
    7:10 AM9h05
    Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center
    4:15 PMNewark Station (NJ 07102), NJ
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Republic AirlinesAA4614
    6:08 AM1h19
    Buffalo Niagara International Airport
    7:27 AMLaGuardia Airport
    $3001One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:20 AM7h40
    Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal
    5:00 PMNewark, Penn Station
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:50 AM7h50
    Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal
    11:40 AMNewark, Penn Station
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 AM8h00
    Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center
    5:00 PMNewark, Penn Station
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • Republic AirlinesAA4738
    11:13 AM1h28
    Buffalo Niagara International Airport
    12:41 PMLaGuardia Airport
    $3001One-way
    0 transfers
  • Republic AirlinesAA4730 · AA4647
    11:53 AM3h36
    Buffalo Niagara International Airport
    3:29 PMLaGuardia Airport
    $3111One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA2967+psa airlinesAA5075
    2:55 PM3h39
    Buffalo Niagara International Airport
    6:34 PMLaGuardia Airport
    $3111One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ

Travel to Newark, NJ easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ.

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There are 3 options to travel between Buffalo, NY and Newark, NJ including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ is a bus with an average price of $82 (€68).

This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ:

A bus is $94 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ costing on average $175 (€147).

A bus is $379 (€318) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ costing on average $460 (€386).

The fastest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 42m.

Train takes on average 9h 26m.

The distance from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ is approximately 283 miles (457 km).
The average frequency per day from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Buffalo, NY and Newark, NJ as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ:
  • Flights mostly depart from Buffalo Niagara International Airport and arrive in LaGuardia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY and arrive in Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ.
  • Buses mostly depart from Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center and arrive in Newark, Penn Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Newark, NJ by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, New York Trailways, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways to go to Newark, NJ by bus.
  • Travel with United, Republic Airlines, American Airlines, psa airlines, JetBlue Airways to go to Newark, NJ by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ with the following travel companies:
  • 13 direct buses per day with FlixBus, New York Trailways, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways.
  • 7 direct flights per day with United, Republic Airlines, JetBlue Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Buffalo, NY to Newark, NJ often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA, Orlando, FL, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Newark, NJ and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Newark, NJ to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Newark, NJ, you can enjoy a sports event or concert at Prudential Center, catch a performance at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Newark Symphony Hall, and explore Riverfront Park for scenic views along the Passaic River. The Ironbound District offers a vibrant culinary scene with Portuguese and Spanish flavors. For sightseeing, visit the Newark Museum of Art, admire the cherry blossoms in Branch Brook Park, explore the stunning architecture of the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, and enjoy the public art in Military Park.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Newark, NJ is ideal to explore its cultural attractions, such as the Newark Museum of Art, Branch Brook Park, and the Prudential Center, along with enjoying its diverse dining scene.
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