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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:37 AM CDT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Buffalo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 10 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Buffalo?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Buffalo
- B185 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
- C75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
Compare bus companies
Based on 87533 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $82
Greyhound Chicago Buffalo recent customer reviews
Friendly drivers
Cory L.
Not bad but everything US łatę and stations are terrible
Katarzyna K.
Dirty, smelly and the driver was not helpful.
Elaheh S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Buffalo, NY by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Buffalo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Buffalo start from $82. The average price for this route is around $104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Buffalo?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Buffalo is 20h 5m, covering a distance of 731 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Buffalo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Buffalo?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Buffalo at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Buffalo?
A bus trip from Chicago to Buffalo generates an estimated 18.273799999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Apr 13, 2026 with a price of $95To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Buffalo, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $95 to $122 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2026-04-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Buffalo, NY?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
