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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Buffalo to Akron. Traveling by coach from Buffalo to Akron usually takes around 5 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Distance | 184 mi (296 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 55m |
Cheapest price | £17.84 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Buffalo to Akron?
£23.96 is the average price of a bus ticket from Buffalo to Akron. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. 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
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Buffalo to Akron is expected to range from £19 to £37. If you are looking to travel to Akron within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £19. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £19 and can be found on 4 June 2024.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Buffalo to Akron?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Buffalo to Akron that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Barons Bus Lines | 1 | 3h 55m | £30.16 |
Greyhound | 1 | 5h 29m | £28.34 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Buffalo to Akron from £30. There are 1 Barons Bus Lines schedules from Buffalo to Akron and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Akron. In Buffalo, Barons Bus Lines departs to Akron from Downtown Terminal - 181 Ellicott St and no other station. In Akron, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Bus Terminal - 631 S Broadway and no other station.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Buffalo to Akron takes 3 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Akron.
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 Akron every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 29 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Akron usually start from £18.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 184 miles from Buffalo to Akron. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Akron, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 14:00. To see the times for all coaches from Buffalo to Akron, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
Akron
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Image credit: Unsplash
As the fifth-largest city in Ohio, Akron is a hidden gem that not many travelers have fully explored. The city boasts diverse architecture styles across its many different neighborhoods. For tourists who enjoy the great outdoors, the city features many green spaces, of which Lock 3 Park is the most popular due to its many outdoor concerts and local events. Walk along the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail to take in the scenic views. The city also features the Akron Art Museum, home to an eclectic collection of art pieces produced since 1850, making it the perfect choice for culturally inclined tourists.
You will be surprised to know that Akron was the birthplace of several American staples, such as oatmeal and breakfast cereal. In addition, Menches Brothers in Akron claims to have invented the hamburger, and whether you believe them or not, it's still an excellent lunch destination.
The city's main airport is the Akron-Canton Regional Airport, located 10 miles southeast of downtown. Intercity buses operated by Miller Transportation, Barons Bus Lines, and Jefferson Lines run through the bus terminal on Broadway in downtown Akron.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Buffalo?
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Link to image attributionMain 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 Akron?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Terminal - 631 S Broadway
Opened in January 2009, this swanky steel and glass coach terminal at 631 S Broadway is just blocks away from downtown Akron. The building uses green construction best practices, incorporating recyclable building materials, solar panels, and geothermal wells. The 14,000-square-foot facility has a full-service Metro ticket counter, a small retail area, public restrooms, a taxi stand, vending machines, a 300-seat waiting room, a cafe, regular art displays, and Wi-Fi access. Intercity coach lines including Miller Transportation, Barons Bus Lines, and Jefferson Lines operate from the station, and it serves as a hub for the Metro's local line buses to get around within the city.
Coach stations in Akron:
Bus Terminal - 631 S Broadway
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