How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Buffalo?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Buffalo start from $93. The average price for this route is around $143. 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 Washington to Buffalo?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Buffalo is 14h 45m, covering a distance of 471 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Peter Pan .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Buffalo route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 54 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Buffalo at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Buffalo generates an estimated 12 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 Washington to Buffalo?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Buffalo from $83 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	4:20am	Washington	14h 10m	6:30pm	Ellicott St & MTC	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	12h 25m	6:30pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	Fastest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	15h 15m	4:15pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	12h 45m	6:50pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
	Bus	9:00am	Union Station	13h 45m	10:45pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	4:20am	Washington	14h 10m	6:30pm	Ellicott St & MTC	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	12h 25m	6:30pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	Fastest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	15h 15m	4:15pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	12h 45m	6:50pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
	Bus	9:00am	Union Station	13h 45m	10:45pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	12h 55m	8:25pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:25pm	Union Station	12h 30m	7:55am	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	Fastest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	15h 15m	4:15pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:05am	Union Station	13h 20m	8:25pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Union Station	14h 45m	12:45am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:10am	Union Station	15h 20m	5:30pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	12h 25m	6:30pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	Fastest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	15h 15m	4:15pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
	Bus	1:05am	Union Station	15h 15m	4:20pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	12h 45m	6:50pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:00am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	15h 45m	12:45am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	12h 25m	6:30pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	Fastest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	15h 15m	4:15pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	12h 45m	6:50pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags
	Bus	9:00am	Union Station	13h 45m	10:45pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Buffalo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 14 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

54bus per day

14h 45mAverage Duration

471 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$93 - $567	Average Duration14h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$122 - $1,629	Average Duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Buffalo?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
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E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Map
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
Map

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

FlixBus

3.5/512,078 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,504 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87504 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 WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $93

Greyhound Washington Buffalo recent customer reviews

I arrived 20 mins early as the ticket stated. We left 5 minutes later. This worries me that I might “miss” my bus in the future because the bus wants to leave early. The only thing I can think is the bus driver took a head count and knew he could leave without missing anyone. Leaving DC at 7:05AM I was scheduled to arrive in Buffalo at 8:50pm. My connecting bus in Baltimore was over an hour late. This caused me to miss my connection in Harrisburg PA. I was then rerouted, with some backtracking, through to NYC at 10pm. This did allow me to get NYC pizza which is a plus but I arrived in Buffalo at 6am. So that pizza cost me some Dollars, 9 hours of my time and a good nights sleep in a warm bed. I like taking the bus because it is inexpensive (alternative to flying) but will not take it if I have plans the next day.

Andrew A.

February 13, 2020

driver was very helpful with my bus connection in nyc

Meihua B.

February 13, 2023

Always happy with my ride

Wanda S.

January 10, 2020

Amtrak

4/55,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Peter Pan

4/56,423 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Buffalo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Buffalo start from $93. The average price for this route is around $143. 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 Washington to Buffalo?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Buffalo is 14h 45m, covering a distance of 471 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Peter Pan.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Buffalo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 54 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Peter Pan.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Buffalo?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Buffalo at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Buffalo?
A bus trip from Washington to Buffalo generates an estimated 12 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 Washington to Buffalo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Buffalo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

01-15

$150

01-16

$166

Today

$123

01-18

$167

01-19

$196

01-20

$118

01-21

$105

01-22

$110

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $105

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

You can expect to pay from $105 to $534 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $105 which is on 2026-01-21.

Usually FlixBus, Amtrak 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.