Does Amtrak travel to Niagara Falls?

Rail service. The Niagara Falls International Train Station and Intermodal Transportation Center and ticket office is open daily from 7:30 a.m to 5:30 p.m. The station is conveniently located along two major Amtrak service lines connecting the region to much of the East Coast on onto Canada.



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Situated along the U.S./Canadian border, Niagara Falls State Park welcomes travelers from around the world. To reach Niagara Falls State Park, most visitors simply fly into the Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) or drive in on Interstate 90.

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It's always free to walk into Niagara Falls State Park to see the Falls, and it's open 365 days a year! What many people are happy to discover, however, is that along with this majestic natural wonder, the Niagara Falls tours and activities that you can enjoy inside the park provide hours of added fun!

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2 miles The distance between Niagara Falls Amtrak Station and Niagara Falls State Park is 2 miles.

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The largest waterfall, known as “Horseshoe Falls” or “Canada Falls”, is mainly located on the Canadian border. Considering that two of the three waterfalls are located in US territory, it's safe to say that you can get a great look at most of Niagara Falls without needing a passport.

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The best time to visit Niagara Falls is June to August. Summer is peak season, and with good reason: Average highs rest in the low 80s.

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Train travel is often cheaper than flying, in part because you can generally take more with you before paying extra baggage fees. It can also be more convenient and relaxing than driving, especially if you'd be driving in an unfamiliar place or driving for many hours nonstop to get to your destination.

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Many of the lines don't make any money or are operated at a loss. To accommodate the money-losing routes, Amtrak uses profits from its popular lines, such as the Northeast Corridor. Since this is one of the most popular routes, Amtrak can charge higher prices and send those profits to other, less profitable lines.

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Together with Niagara Parks, the GO/WEGO Combo Passes offer round-trip travel on GO Transit along from Toronto to Niagara Falls, with local WEGO bus service to all of Niagara's best hot spots – now starting at just $18 per person.

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Can I walk across the Rainbow Bridge without a passport? No. Rainbow Bridge, despite its unusual location, still functions as a regular border crossing. Therefore, if you want to have a walk on the bridge, or use it to visit Canada, you need a valid passport with you.

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If you take the boat from the American side it is called Maid of the Mist. However, it is virtually the same experience. Helpful? About 5 minutes to the American falls and about 15-20 to the Canadian falls.

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The best time to visit Niagara Falls is June to August. Summer is peak season, and with good reason: Average highs rest in the low 80s. Mists and breezes from the waterfalls can make the area feel cooler.

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Crossing the bridge takes around 15 minutes, but count at least 15 minutes to pass through customs at each end (more at busy times). The pedestrian walkway is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.

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The 20-minute Voyage to the Falls boat tour will take you on the journey of a lifetime!

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Two Amtrak routes depart New York City and travel to Niagara Falls: Empire Service and Maple Leaf. Both routes depart from New York Penn Station in Midtown Manhattan and travel through the Hudson River Valley.

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