Trains tickets from Buffalo (NY) to San Francisco (CA), US

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Next departures to San Francisco

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Buffalo
    Departure location: Depew Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Buffalo
    Departure location: Depew Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Train Buffalo to San Francisco: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$407
Average train trip duration2d 20h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure12:39am
Distance3702 km
Latest train departure11:59pm

Buffalo to San Francisco Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Buffalo - San Francisco

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Buffalo to San Francisco cost?

    The average train ticket price from Buffalo to San Francisco is US$407. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Buffalo to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    A train trip between Buffalo and San Francisco is around 2d 20h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 20h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3697 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Buffalo and San Francisco?

    The number of trains from Buffalo to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Buffalo to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Buffalo to San Francisco was searched and found on Apr 24, 2025 with a price of US$425

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

You can expect to pay from US$425 to US$1,907 for a train ticket from Buffalo to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$425 which is on 2025-04-24.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Francisco you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Buffalo and San Francisco, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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