How much is the bus ticket from Buffalo to Elmira?

The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Elmira start from $34. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Buffalo to Elmira?

The average bus trip duration from Buffalo to Elmira is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 119 miles (192 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Buffalo to Elmira route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Adirondack Trailways , New York Trailways , OurBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Buffalo to Elmira?

The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to Elmira at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Buffalo to Elmira generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Buffalo to Elmira?

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 1142 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Buffalo to Elmira?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Buffalo to Elmira?

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

Bus Buffalo to Elmira from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Elmira on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:00pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	3h 30m	6:30pm	Elmira	Cheapest
	Bus	3:20pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	3h 10m	6:30pm	Elmira	Fastest

Next departures for Buffalo to Elmira on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	3h 30m	6:30pm	Elmira	Cheapest
Bus	3:20pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	3h 10m	6:30pm	Elmira	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Transportation Center	5h 5m	11:05am	Chemung County Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Elmira on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	3h 30m	6:30pm	Elmira	Cheapest
Bus	3:20pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	3h 10m	6:30pm	Elmira	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Transportation Center	5h 5m	11:05am	Chemung County Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Elmira on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:00pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	3h 30m	6:30pm	Elmira	Cheapest
	Bus	3:20pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	3h 10m	6:30pm	Elmira	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 1:23 PM EST.

Get from Buffalo to Elmira

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

119 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Buffalo and Elmira?

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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Stops in Elmira

A
Chemung County Transportation Center
100 E Church St, Elmira, NY 14901
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,974 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,145 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.3

New York Trailways

4/54,431 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

OurBus

4/53,183 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 2 daily trips between Buffalo and Elmira, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

OurBus Buffalo Elmira recent customer reviews

The driver seemed happy to be there.

Steven M.

August 19, 2023

I missed the bud and no refunds is just annoying.

Evan D.

April 29, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Elmira, NY, US 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 Buffalo to Elmira?
The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Elmira start from $34. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Buffalo to Elmira?
The average bus trip duration from Buffalo to Elmira is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 119 miles (192 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Buffalo to Elmira route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Buffalo to Elmira?
The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to Elmira at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Buffalo to Elmira?
A bus trip from Buffalo to Elmira generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Buffalo to Elmira?
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 1142 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Buffalo to Elmira?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Buffalo to Elmira?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Buffalo to Elmira?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, 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

01/07

No data

01/08

$65

Today

$32

01/10

$28

01/11

$36

01/12

$28

01/13

$25

01/14

No data

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Elmira, NY, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $96 for a bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to Elmira, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-01-13.

Usually Adirondack Trailways 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.