Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Transportation Center | Chemung County Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | SUNY | Chemung County Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Buffalo Niagara International Airport, (Arrivals) Bus parking area | Chemung County Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority | Elmira | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Buffalo (BUF) Airport | Elmira | No tags |
Get from Buffalo to Elmira
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Buffalo and Elmira?
Stops in Buffalo
- B185 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
- C75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
Compare bus companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $45. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 travel time from Buffalo to Elmira is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 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 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, OurBus, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times 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 a mode of travel recommended 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 OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Buffalo to Elmira?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Buffalo to Elmira?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 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 New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Elmira, NY, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $41To 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 $41 to $165 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 $41 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually New York 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.
