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Buffalo - Niagara Falls Coach Timetable

Coach
FlixBus US
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Wed,
  4. Thu,
  5. Fri,
  6. Sat
5:45 AM
BuffaloDowntown Terminal - 181 Ellicott St
6:45 AM
Niagara FallsNiagara Falls Bus Terminal
from £11.97
Coach
Adirondack Trailways
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Wed,
  4. Thu,
  5. Fri,
  6. Sat
5:45 AM
BuffaloDowntown Terminal - 181 Ellicott St
6:45 AM
Niagara FallsNiagara Falls Bus Terminal
from £11.97
Coach
Greyhound
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
  5. Thu,
  6. Fri,
  7. Sat
5:45 AM
BuffaloDowntown Terminal - 181 Ellicott St
6:45 AM
Niagara FallsNiagara Falls Bus Terminal
from £14.36
Coach
FlixBus US
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
  5. Thu,
  6. Fri,
  7. Sat
2:00 PM
BuffaloDowntown Terminal - 181 Ellicott St
3:40 PM
Niagara Falls6760 Niagara Riv Pkwy
from £9.97
Coach
Adirondack Trailways
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
  5. Thu,
  6. Fri,
  7. Sat
3:05 PM
BuffaloDowntown Terminal - 181 Ellicott St
4:15 PM
Niagara FallsNiagara Falls Bus Terminal
from £11.33

Journey Information

There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Buffalo to Niagara Falls. Traveling by coach from Buffalo to Niagara Falls usually takes around one hour and 8 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in just one hour,

Distance17 mi (28 km)
Shortest duration1h 0m
Cheapest price£9.97
Trips per day4
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
Coach lines3

How much is a coach ticket from Buffalo to Niagara Falls?

£10.85 is the average price of a bus ticket from Buffalo to Niagara Falls. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Average prices by travel date

£24£16£8AprMay

Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Buffalo to Niagara Falls is expected to be between £12 and £14. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 18 May 2024, when tickets are available for 18 May 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £13.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Niagara Falls, mark your calendar for January. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £11. However, taking the bus from Buffalo to Niagara Falls during June is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £15. The best way to find deals on a trip in June is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 28 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save £2.17 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from Buffalo to Niagara Falls?

There are 3 bus lines from Buffalo to Niagara Falls available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Adirondack Trailways21h 6m£13.61
FlixBus US31h 28m£11.48
Greyhound11h 4m£14.36
  • Adirondack Trailways connects areas in New York such as the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley with New York City, serving a total of 94 cities. Some of its top routes include those going to Albany, Ithaca, and Syracuse. Onboard, Adirondack Trailways vehicles have Wi-Fi for internet connectivity on the move and additional amenities, including power outlets, restrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Buffalo to Niagara Falls, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Buffalo to Niagara Falls every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Niagara Falls usually start from £14.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of one hour and 8 minutes to cover the 17 miles from Buffalo to Niagara Falls. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Niagara Falls at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Buffalo to Niagara Falls, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Buffalo to Niagara Falls every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Buffalo to Niagara Falls without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Buffalo, NY to Niagara Falls, ON; ticket prices start at £23.14.

City Information

Buffalo

Buffalo is a great budget destination that will not burn through your pocket. Located just a few hours’ drive away from Niagara Falls, the city serves as a transportation hub for tourists who want to marvel at the sights of the famous landmark. Visitors can either enjoy the tour from a boat, or walk around the section behind the falls themselves. If you opt for a more idyllic and peaceful destination instead, Forest Lawn is a good choice. A beautiful cemetery that is far from the hustle and bustle of the big city, the destination is a perfect spot for a picnic. As the day winds down to an end, don’t hesitate to attend a performance at Shea’s Performing Arts Center, which features lavish interiors as well as amazing Broadway shows.

Buffalo’s chicken wings are the city’s trademark dish, and tourists who wish to grab a bite could do so at Duff’s Famous Wings or Anchor Bar. For a wider selection, The Left Bank is an even better option.

The principal bus station in Buffalo is the Metropolitan Transportation Center downtown. Travelers can catch buses by Greyhound, New York Trailways, Fullington Trailways and Barons Bus Lines from this station. The main Amtrak train station in Buffalo is located on Exchange St not too far from the bus station. Buffalo is served by Amtrak’s Empire Service and Maple Leaf lines. The city’s principal airport is the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, which is located in the suburb area of Cheektowaga. The city is also served by the nearby Niagara Falls International Airport.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Buffalo?

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Main departure station: Downtown Terminal - 181 Ellicott St

The Downtown Terminal in Buffalo is the center of bus transportation in the city. The terminal currently serves many intercity bus lines such as Greyhound, FlixBus, Fullington Trailways, Barons Bus Lines, and New York Trailways. The station offers vending machines and even a Tim Horton’s for a taste of Canada’s favorite coffee and donuts. Situated in the heart of downtown Buffalo, travelers can easily access restaurants, hotels, or the Amtrak station on Exchange Street to continue their travels.

All coach stations in Buffalo:

  • Downtown Terminal - 181 Ellicott St

Where does the coach arrive in Niagara Falls?

Main arrival station: Niagara Falls Bus Terminal

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Niagara Falls.

Coach stations in Niagara Falls:

  • Niagara Falls Bus Terminal

  • 6760 Niagara Riv Pkwy

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