Buffalo, NY to New York, NY Train

Travel from New York, NY, to Buffalo, NY, by train

The train from Buffalo, NY, to New York, NY, lasts on average 10 hr 10 min. Around 2 trains depart a day between New York and Buffalo, the average price is $114.54 and the lowest ticket pricing starts at around $110.01.

Amtrak, the largest passenger railroad service in the US, operates the train from Buffalo to New York. The eight-hour journey from one end of New York state to another will take you along the Empire corridor, stopping in Hudson valley wine country and Finger Lakes before arriving at the Big Apple. Three Amtrak services will get you there:

1. The Empire Service serves cities on the Empire Corridor, along the Hudson river and Finger Lakes. It operates multiple times daily and makes stops in several cities, including Albany, Syracuse, Rochester, and Buffalo. The Empire Service offers business class and Coach seating options, with onboard amenities like Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an onboard cafe. It is the most frequent of the three services. 
2. The Maple Leaf is very similar to the Empire service when it comes to services on the train. It is less frequent but less expensive. It is a daily train service from New York City to Toronto, with a stop in Buffalo. The Maple Leaf offers Business and Coach seating options and conveniences like Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an onboard cafe for those who need to get some work done or have a bite to eat onboard.
3. Lake Shore Limited is the most expensive of the three services. It is a long-distance train connecting Chicago and New York, with the benefit of Viewliner Sleeper cars. Passengers who opt for the sleeper option have two meals included, which the staff can bring to their room, or they can take it in the exclusive lounge. It only operates one time a day.

The Buffalo train station, also known as the Buffalo-Exchange Street station, is located in downtown Buffalo. The station has an accessible parking lot with covered and uncovered spaces and a daily parking fee. Inside you can find several waiting areas with comfortable seating, restrooms, a small convenience store, vending machines, and a cafe where travelers can purchase food and beverages. The station is entirely wheelchair accessible.

You will end your journey at New York's Penn Station's newest addition - Moynihan Train Hall. Recently opened in 2021, the new transportation facility and architectural marvel is situated across 8th Avenue from Penn Station. Fun fact or a warning: Penn Station is the busiest train station in the western hemisphere, so keep your eyes peeled on your belongings and take a deep breath before you step into the station.

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