What is the cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Manhattan is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 7h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buffalo to Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Buffalo to Manhattan is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $85 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Buffalo and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buffalo and arriving at New York Midtown. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Buffalo and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Buffalo and arriving at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Buffalo to Manhattan?

The distance between Buffalo and Manhattan is 311 miles. The road distance is 361.7 miles.

How do I travel from Buffalo to Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Manhattan without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs $55 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Buffalo to Manhattan?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Buffalo to Manhattan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Manhattan bus from?

Buffalo to Manhattan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Buffalo station.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Manhattan train from?

Buffalo to Manhattan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo station.

Train, bus or fly from Buffalo to Manhattan?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Manhattan is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $70 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $280 and takes 8h 20m, you could also train, which costs $80 - $160 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Buffalo to Manhattan bus arrive?

Buffalo to Manhattan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

Where does the Buffalo to Manhattan train arrive?

Buffalo to Manhattan train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Buffalo to Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Buffalo to Manhattan is 362 miles. It takes approximately 7h 15m to drive from Buffalo to Manhattan.

How do I get a train ticket from Buffalo to Manhattan?

Book your Buffalo to Manhattan train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Buffalo to Manhattan?

Book your Buffalo to Manhattan bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manhattan?

There are 3854+ hotels available in Manhattan.

Buffalo to Manhattan - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Buffalo to Manhattan by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Fly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Laguardia Airport
best
1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)BUF - LGA
3h 31m
$72–503
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buffalo to New York MidtownFlixBus N2686 / ...
8h 20m
$55–280
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Buffalo to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
8h 27m
$80–160
Drive 359.6 mi
1. Drive from Buffalo to Manhattan359.6 mi
7h 15m
$66–95
Fly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport
1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)BUF - JFK
3h 24m
$87–558
Fly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport
1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)BUF - EWR
3h 36m
$84–508
Fly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)BUF - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
4h 57m
$96–1,230
Bus to Rochester, fly to Laguardia Airport
1. Take the bus from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY
2. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)ROC - LGA
5h 24m
$187–618
Train via 86 St
1. Take the train from Buffalo to New York Penn StationVIA Rail
10h 14m
$66–119

Buffalo to Manhattan by bus

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Distance: 309.5 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Manhattan, NY, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Laguardia Airport (LGA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Buffalo to New York Midtown every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 8h 20m. Two other operators also service this route.

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