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

The cheapest way to get from Riverhead to Buffalo is to bus and train which costs $60 - $130 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverhead to Buffalo is to train and fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $140 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Riverhead and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverhead to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Riverhead LIRR and arriving at Buffalo via Riverhead, E 42 St/3 Av and New York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Riverhead and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct train from Riverhead to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Riverhead and arriving at Buffalo via Ronkonkoma and New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

How far is it from Riverhead to Buffalo?

The distance between Riverhead and Buffalo is 381 miles. The road distance is 434.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverhead to Buffalo without a car is to train which takes 11h 48m and costs $75 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Riverhead to Buffalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverhead to Buffalo bus from?

Riverhead to Buffalo bus services, operated by Hampton Jitney Inc., depart from Riverhead station.

Where do I catch the Riverhead to Buffalo train from?

Riverhead to Buffalo train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Ronkonkoma station.

Train or bus from Riverhead to Buffalo?

The best way to get from Riverhead to Buffalo is to train which takes 11h 48m and costs $75 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $370 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Riverhead to Buffalo bus arrive?

Riverhead to Buffalo bus services, operated by Hampton Jitney Inc., arrive at 3 Av & E 42 St station.

Where does the Riverhead to Buffalo train arrive?

Riverhead to Buffalo train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Riverhead to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverhead to Buffalo is 435 miles. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Riverhead to Buffalo.

Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 244+ hotels available in Buffalo.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Riverhead to Buffalo by train, plane, 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, train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Riverhead to Ronkonkomatrain
2. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to Jamaicatrain
3. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane JFK - BUF
5h 58m
$140–874
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Riverhead LIRR to Brentwood LIRRbus 58
2. Take the train from Brentwood to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Buffalobus
12h 34m
$63–123
Train
1. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to New York Penn Stationtrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Buffalotrain VIA Rail
11h 48m
$78–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverhead to 3 Av & E 42 Stbus North Fork
2. Take the bus from New York to Buffalobus Adt N816 / ...
12h 15m
$93–364
Drive 432.1 mi
1. Drive from Riverhead to Buffalocar 432.1 mi
8h 42m
$79–114
Train, bus to Laguardia Airport, fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
1. Take the train from Riverhead to Ronkonkomatrain
2. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to Jamaicatrain
3. Take the bus from Junction Blvd/Queens Blvd to Laguardia Rd/94 Stbus
4. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane LGA - BUF
6h 53m
$156–1,025
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
1. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane EWR - BUF
6h 52m
$153–900
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly to Rochester, bus
1. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to Jamaicatrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Rochester (ROC)plane JFK - ROC
3. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
7h 6m
$901–4,090
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly to Rochester, bus
1. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to Jamaicatrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Rochester (ROC)plane LGA - ROC
3. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
8h 4m
$297–741

Riverhead to Buffalo by train

7Weekly Trains

11h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 378.9 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Riverhead to Buffalo via Ronkonkoma and New York Penn Station in around 11h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Riverhead LIRR to Buffalo via Riverhead, 3 Av & E 42 St, E 42 St/3 Av, West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue, and New York in around 12h 15m.

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