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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo is to bus which costs $70 - $130 and takes 10h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $100 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Buffalo via Columbus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Buffalo via Chicago Union Station and Buffalo Depew Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 44m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Buffalo?

The distance between Indianapolis and Buffalo is 479 miles. The road distance is 497.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo without a car is to bus which takes 10h 55m and costs $70 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Buffalo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Buffalo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Indianapolis to Buffalo?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $100 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $130 and takes 10h 55m, you could also train, which costs $180 - $600 and takes 17h 44m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Buffalo bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Buffalo bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Columbus station.

Where does the Indianapolis to Buffalo train arrive?

Indianapolis to Buffalo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Buffalo is 498 miles. It takes approximately 8h 38m to drive from Indianapolis to Buffalo.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 256+ hotels available in Buffalo.

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There are 8 ways to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), or train (Amtrak)

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Fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
best
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane IND - BUF
6h 21m
$103–605
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Columbusbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Buffalobus FlixBus 2526
10h 55m
$71–122
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Toledobus Cincinnati / ...
2. Take the train from Toledo to Buffalo Depew Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
11h 38m
$99–380
Drive 494.8 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Buffalocar 494.8 mi
8h 38m
$91–131
Fly to Rochester, bus
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Rochester (ROC)plane IND - ROC
2. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
7h 55m
$170–896
Fly to Toronto Pearson International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)plane IND - YYZ
2. Take a shuttle bus from Pearson International Airport Terminal 1 to Buffalo Airportshuttle
8h 3m
$403–1,125
Bus via Brook Park (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Buffalobus
12h 50m
$81–160
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Depew Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
17h 44m
$184–564

Indianapolis to Buffalo by bus (Flixbus)

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10h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 476.5 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Buffalo, NY, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Indianapolis to Buffalo via Columbus in around 10h 55m.

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