How much is the bus ticket from Schenectady to Buffalo?

The cheapest bus tickets from Schenectady to Buffalo start from $60. The average price for this route is around $92. 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 Schenectady to Buffalo?

The average bus travel time from Schenectady to Buffalo is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 391 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Schenectady to Buffalo route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Schenectady to Buffalo?

The earliest bus departs from Schenectady to Buffalo at 10:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Schenectady to Buffalo?

A bus trip from Schenectady to Buffalo generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Schenectady to Buffalo?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1131 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Schenectady to Buffalo?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Schenectady to Buffalo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Schenectady to Buffalo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Schenectady to Buffalo from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Schenectady to Buffalo on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:30pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	8h 30m	5:00am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	8h 10m	4:40am	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	Fastest

Next departures for Schenectady to Buffalo on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:05am	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	7h 25m	6:30pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	Cheapest
	Bus	11:05am	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	6h 20m	5:25pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	Fastest
	Bus	8:30pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	8h 30m	5:00am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	8h 10m	4:40am	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:26 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Schenectady to Buffalo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 4 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

4h 56mAverage Duration

402 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$60 - $225	Average Duration7h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $189	Average Duration4h 56m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Schenectady and Buffalo?

Stops in Schenectady

A
Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
22 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA
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Stops in Buffalo

A
Buffalo Airport
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B
Transportation Center
185 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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C
Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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Compare bus companies

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,135 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,736 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady 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 Schenectady to Buffalo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Schenectady to Buffalo start from $60. The average price for this route is around $92. 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 Schenectady to Buffalo?
The average bus travel time from Schenectady to Buffalo is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 391 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Schenectady to Buffalo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Schenectady to Buffalo?
The earliest bus departs from Schenectady to Buffalo at 10:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Schenectady to Buffalo?
A bus trip from Schenectady to Buffalo generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Schenectady to Buffalo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1131 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Schenectady to Buffalo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Schenectady to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Schenectady to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-23

$143

12-24

$100

Today

$89

12-26

$121

12-27

$129

12-28

$132

12-29

$125

12-30

$66

The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $66

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Schenectady to Buffalo, NY, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $66 to $143 for a bus ticket from Schenectady to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-12-30.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.