What is the cheapest way to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines?

The cheapest way to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines?

The fastest way to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Buffalo and St. Catharines?

No, there is no direct bus from Buffalo to St. Catharines. However, there are services departing from Buffalo and arriving at St. Catharines Fairview Mall via Niagara Falls Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Buffalo and St. Catharines?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Buffalo and arriving at St. Catharines. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Buffalo to St. Catharines?

The distance between Buffalo and St. Catharines is 60 km. The road distance is 49.4 km.

How do I travel from Buffalo to St. Catharines without a car?

The best way to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines without a car is to bus and line 12 bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $20 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to St. Catharines bus from?

Buffalo to St. Catharines bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Buffalo station.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to St. Catharines train from?

Buffalo to St. Catharines train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Buffalo station.

Train or bus from Buffalo to St. Catharines?

The best way to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines is to bus and line 12 bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $20 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $19 - $110 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Buffalo to St. Catharines bus arrive?

Buffalo to St. Catharines bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Niagara Falls station.

Where does the Buffalo to St. Catharines train arrive?

Buffalo to St. Catharines train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at St. Catharines station.

Can I drive from Buffalo to St. Catharines?

Yes, the driving distance between Buffalo to St. Catharines is 49 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Buffalo to St. Catharines.

How do I get a train ticket from Buffalo to St. Catharines?

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Where can I stay near St. Catharines?

There are 668+ hotels available in St. Catharines.

Buffalo to St. Catharines - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 12 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 12 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buffalo to Niagara Fallsbus Adt N816 / ...
2. Take the bus from Niagara Falls Bus Terminal to St. Catharines Fairview Mallbus 12
2h 10m
$20–49
Drive 49.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Buffalo to St. Catharinescar 49.4 km
35 min
$10–14
Train
1. Take the train from Buffalo to St. Catharinestrain VIA Rail
2h 24m
$19–110
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Buffalo to Niagara Fallstrain Maple Leaf
2. Take the bus from Niagara Falls Bus Terminal to St. Catharines Fairview Mallbus 12
2h 33m
$23–113

Buffalo to St. Catharines by bus

28Weekly Buses

2h 10mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Buffalo to St. Catharines.

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Distance: 59.8 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and St. Catharines, ON, Canada?

You can take a bus from Buffalo to St. Catharines Fairview Mall via Niagara Falls Bus Terminal in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, VIA Rail operates a train from Buffalo to St. Catharines once daily. Tickets cost $19–110 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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