Bus from Columbus, OH to Buffalo, NY: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Columbus to Buffalo on December 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Columbus Bus Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Columbus Bus Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Columbus Bus Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Columbus Bus Station
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Buffalo, NY (181 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203, United States)No tags

Get from Columbus to Buffalo

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
8h 25mAverage Duration
474 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Buffalo?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Buffalo start from $73. The average price for this route is around $110. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Buffalo?

    The average bus travel time from Columbus to Buffalo is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 474 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Columbus to Buffalo route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Buffalo?

    The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Buffalo at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Buffalo?

    A bus trip from Columbus 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.

  6. What is the best bus company from Columbus 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 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Buffalo?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Columbus to Buffalo?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus 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
12-19
$70
12-20
$65
Today
$73
12-22
No data
12-23
No data
12-24
No data
12-25
No data
12-26
$76
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $65

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

You can expect to pay from $65 to $76 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-12-26.

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