How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Buffalo?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Buffalo start from $55. The average price for this route is around $82. 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 trip duration from Chicago to Buffalo is 20h, covering a distance of 452 miles (729 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Buffalo route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Buffalo at 1:30pm. 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 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 Chicago to Buffalo?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Buffalo from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Buffalo on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	19h 35m	4:15pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h	4:15pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:28 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Buffalo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 10 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

10h 23mAverage Duration

460 milesDistance

67kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$55 - $288	Average Duration20h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $197	Average Duration10h 23m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Buffalo?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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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

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Chicago Buffalo recent customer reviews

Friendly drivers

Cory L.

July 1, 2023

Not bad but everything US łatę and stations are terrible

Katarzyna K.

July 1, 2019

Dirty, smelly and the driver was not helpful.

Elaheh S.

July 16, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,489 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $55. The average price for this route is around $82. 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 trip duration from Chicago to Buffalo is 20h, covering a distance of 452 miles (729 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Buffalo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Buffalo?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Buffalo at 1:30pm. 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 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 Chicago to Buffalo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Buffalo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Buffalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

11/29

$297

11/30

$68

Today

$61

12/02

$50

12/03

$51

12/04

No data

12/05

No data

12/06

$50

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $50

To 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 $50 to $297 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 $50 which is on 2025-12-02.