Question 1

What’s the best way to travel from New York City to Niagara Falls?

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The best way to travel from New York to Niagara Falls is by bus. Bus tickets for this route average just $47.00. Greyhound provides the most daily schedules with 3 per day. The fastest duration for a bus trip from New York City to Niagara Falls is 7 hours and 15 minutes. For comparison, train trips on this route take about 9 hours, with tickets averaging $67. While there are no direct flights from NYC to Niagara Falls, you can fly into Buffalo, but the ticket will likely cost you more than $115.

Question 2

Does Amtrak go from New York to Niagara Falls?

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Yes, Amtrak travels from New York City to Niagara Falls. There are two Amtrak lines that provide this route: Amtrak Empire Service and Amtrak Maple Leaf. Of the two, Amtrak Empire has the most daily schedules. There are 2 routes per day, and the duration is about 9 hours. Amtrak train tickets for this route start at $67.00.

Question 3

How far is Niagara Falls from New York?

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Niagara Falls is approximately 408.1 miles northwest of New York. If you were to take a bus from New York to Niagara Falls, the average drive time would likely be between 7 and 9 hours.

Question 4

Is it safe to travel by bus from New York to Niagara Falls during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all bus passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the bus.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 5

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

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Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

Question 6

What bus companies travel from New York to Niagara Falls?

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There are two bus lines that have daily service from New York to Niagara Falls that you can search and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, OurBus usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.

Question 7

How much is a bus ticket from New York to Niagara Falls?

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The average price for a bus ticket to Niagara Falls is €28.56, Traveling by bus on this route is one of the most affordable ways to hit the road from New York. Wanderu ensures that you find great deals on bus tickets everytime, we search all of the best bus options to present you the lowest prices available from our partner carriers.

Question 8

How many buses are there each day?

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There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Niagara Falls every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from New York to Niagara Falls without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Niagara Falls; ticket prices start at €64.76.

Question 9

How long is the bus ride?

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The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 493 kilometers from New York to Niagara Falls. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Question 10

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

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The first bus leaves at 05:00 and the last bus leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all buses from New York to Niagara Falls, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 11

Where does the bus arrive in Niagara Falls?

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All buses from New York arrive at one main station in Niagara Falls.

Question 12

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

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Buses to Niagara Falls leave from 3 stations in New York.

Question 13

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 26 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save €15.06 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 14

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from New York to Niagara Falls is expected to range from  to . If you are looking to travel to Niagara Falls within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from . The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are  and can be found on .

Question 15

Monthly average prices

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The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in . That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from New York to Niagara Falls in , expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

Question 16

Need a return trip from Niagara Falls to New York?

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Question 17

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

	Distance	307 mi (493 km)
	Shortest duration	7h 45m
	Cheapest price	€28.56
	Trips per day	5
	Most frequent service	OurBus
	Bus lines	2

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus US	2	8h 30m	€39.09
OurBus	3	8h 2m	€41.97

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