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

The cheapest way to get from Painesville to Buffalo is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Painesville to Buffalo is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Painesville and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Painesville to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Wood St. & Sterling Ave. and arriving at Buffalo, NY via Tyler Blvd. & Heisley Rd. and Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Painesville to Buffalo?

The distance between Painesville and Buffalo is 226 miles. The road distance is 161.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Painesville to Buffalo without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs $75 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Painesville to Buffalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Painesville to Buffalo bus from?

Painesville to Buffalo bus services, operated by Laketran, depart from Tyler Blvd. & Heisley Rd. station.

Train or bus from Painesville to Buffalo?

The best way to get from Painesville to Buffalo is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs $75 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $70 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Painesville to Buffalo bus arrive?

Painesville to Buffalo bus services, operated by Laketran, arrive at Chester Ave. & E. 13Th St. station.

Can I drive from Painesville to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Painesville to Buffalo is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Painesville to Buffalo.

Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 196+ hotels available in Buffalo.

Painesville to Buffalo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Painesville to Buffalo by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Buffalo Depew Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
6h 15m
$78–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tyler Blvd. & Heisley Rd. to Chester Ave. & E. 13Th St.bus 12
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NYbus Cinncinati,OH-Buffalo
6h 17m
$21–68
Drive 160.7 mi
1. Drive from Painesville to Buffalocar 160.7 mi
2h 56m
$30–43

Painesville to Buffalo by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 17mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Painesville to Buffalo.

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Distance: 224.9 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Cleveland Amtrak to Buffalo Depew Station twice daily. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wood St. & Sterling Ave. to Buffalo, NY via Tyler Blvd. & Heisley Rd., Chester Ave. & E. 13Th St., and Cleveland, OH in around 6h 17m.

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