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

The cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Painesville is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buffalo to Painesville is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Buffalo and Painesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Buffalo to Painesville. However, there are services departing from Buffalo, NY and arriving at W Washington St. & Liberty St. via Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron, Chester Ave. & E. 24Th St. and Tyler Blvd. & Heisley Rd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Buffalo to Painesville?

The distance between Buffalo and Painesville is 247 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buffalo to Painesville without a car is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Buffalo to Painesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Painesville bus from?

Buffalo to Painesville bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Buffalo, NY station.

Train or bus from Buffalo to Painesville?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Painesville is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $210 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Buffalo to Painesville bus arrive?

Buffalo to Painesville bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron station.

Can I drive from Buffalo to Painesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Buffalo to Painesville is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Buffalo to Painesville.

Where can I stay near Painesville?

There are 47+ hotels available in Painesville.

Buffalo to Painesville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Buffalo to Painesville by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0171 / ...
6h 33m
$40–76
Bus via Akron
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buffalo, NY to Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akronbus
2. Take the bus from Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron to Euclid Ave & E. 21st St @ Cleveland Stabus 61
3. Take the bus from Chester Ave. & E. 24Th St. to Tyler Blvd. & Heisley Rd.bus 10 / ...
9h 15m
$26–71
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Buffalo Depew Station to Cleveland Amtraktrain Lake Shore Limited
7h 17m
$61–203
Drive 160.1 mi
1. Drive from Buffalo to Painesvillecar 160.1 mi
2h 55m
$30–43

Buffalo to Painesville by bus, foot, and subway (Greyhound)

5Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Buffalo to Painesville.

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Distance: 245.6 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Painesville, OH, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo Depew Station to Cleveland Amtrak twice daily. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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