How to travel from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA

There are 3 options to travel between Buffalo, NY and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of $88 (€71).

This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA:

A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $119 (€96).

A bus is $266 (€214) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $354 (€285).

The fastest way to travel from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 55m.

Train takes on average 10h 14m.

The distance from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 279 miles (450 km).

The average frequency per day from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA is:

• Around 38 flights per day.
• Around 28 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Buffalo, NY and Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA:

• Flights mostly depart from Buffalo Niagara International Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
• Buses mostly depart from Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center and arrive in Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.
• Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, Trailways to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.
• Travel with American Airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Philadelphia, PA by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA:

• 2 direct flights per day with American Airlines.

Omio customers who travel from Buffalo, NY to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Newark, NJ, Atlantic City, NJ, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Philadelphia, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Philadelphia, PA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Philadelphia, PA, you can visit the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted. Art enthusiasts can explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art, known for its vast collection and the famous Rocky Steps. For a taste of local culture, head to Reading Terminal Market, a bustling indoor space with diverse food options. Additionally, the Philadelphia Zoo offers a chance to see a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.

To experience Philadelphia's key attractions, such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Reading Terminal Market, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.