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How to Travel from

Chicago to Buffalo

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$1,210.17
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
3h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$318.46

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$1,210.17
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$420.37

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
10h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$61.15–$216.56

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$203.82
Bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$140.12

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$76.43

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.49–$95.54
Bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$70.06

OurBus

Phone:
+1-844-800-6828
Website:
ourbus.com
Bus from Rochester, NY to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$54.78

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Buffalo is to bus which costs $36.96 - $293.48 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Buffalo is to fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $86.96 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Buffalo, NY via Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Buffalo via Buffalo Depew Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

How far is it from Chicago to Buffalo?

The distance between Chicago and Buffalo is 804 km. The road distance is 858.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Buffalo without a car is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $36.96 - $293.48 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Chicago to Buffalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Buffalo bus from?

Chicago to Buffalo bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Buffalo train from?

Chicago to Buffalo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Buffalo?

The best way to get from Chicago to Buffalo is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $65.22 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $293.48 and takes 11h 40m, you could also train, which costs $59.78 - $260.87 and takes 11h 44m.

Where does the Chicago to Buffalo bus arrive?

Chicago to Buffalo bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Buffalo?

Buffalo is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 09:51 in Chicago and 10:51 in Buffalo.

Where does the Chicago to Buffalo train arrive?

Chicago to Buffalo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Buffalo Depew Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Buffalo is 859 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Chicago to Buffalo.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Buffalo?

Book your Chicago to Buffalo train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Buffalo?

Book your Chicago to Buffalo bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 229+ hotels available in Buffalo. Prices start at $39.29 per night.
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