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Compare train and bus for Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $110 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 13h 54m. 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 $110, while a train costs an average of $250.
Distance: 308 miles (497 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$110 Average price Cheapest | $250 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 54m Average total duration Fastest 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 14m Average total duration 13h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY
Compare the available ways to get from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY:
A bus is $140 (€117) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY costing on average $250 (€209).
Other travel options to Niagara Falls, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 14m.
Tickets start at around $110 (€93) compared to roughly $80 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$30 (-€25). The journey takes 13h 24m versus 7h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:00 PM 15h00 Washington, DC 12:00 PM Niagara Falls, NY $75 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:00 PM 15h00 Washington, DC 12:00 PM Niagara Falls, NY $75 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
11:25 PM 13h25 Washington, DC 12:50 PM Niagara Falls, NY $160 1 One-way 0 transfers
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6:10 AM 16h20 Washington, DC 10:30 PM Niagara Falls, NY $75 1 One-way 0 transfers2:00 PM 15h30 Washington, DC 5:30 AM Niagara Falls, NY $76 1 One-way 0 transfers8:00 PM 15h00 Washington, DC 11:00 AM Niagara Falls, NY $116 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY:
A bus is $140 (€117) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls, NY costing on average $250 (€209).
Other travel options to Niagara Falls, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 14m.
- Around 7 buses per day.
- Around 4 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Washington, DC and Niagara Falls, NY as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY.
- Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY.
- Travel with Amtrak to go to Niagara Falls, NY by train.
- Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Niagara Falls, NY by bus.
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