We may have the pleasure of having the Metro Rail running through Buffalo, but sometimes our local residents are craving a true train ride. If you’re ready to take a leap back into the past to enjoy a timeless form of transportation, then you won’t want to miss out on this list that features all our favorite nearby scenic train rides around Buffalo, New York you can take this fall! Fall foliage train rides near me, here. We. Come!

1. Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum
282 Rush Scottsville Rd, Rush, NY 14543, USA
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Visit the area of our neighboring city of Rochester, and you can experience a noteworthy scenic fall train ride. Located just over an hour east of Buffalo, Rochester Train Rides are offered at the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum in the small town of Rush. Beginning in the month of September, you'll start to see all sorts of exciting fall-themed train rides offered, with specific fall foliage train rides available during the month of October. So whether you hop aboard their Ciderfest Train Rides, the Fall Foliage Express, or their Pumpkin Patch Train Rides, you'll be sure to have a blast while riding the rails at this museum and station.
2. Arcade & Attica Railroad
278 Main St, Arcade, NY 14009, USA
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Just under an hour away from Buffalo, the Arcade and Attica Railroad offers some of the best train rides in all of Western New York. Arcade and Attica's scenic fall foliage train rides begin the very first weekend in October and run until the end of the month. The 2.5-hour adventure takes you through Western New York's countryside, where all that's required of you is to sit back and enjoy the view.
3. Medina Railroad Museum
530 West Ave, Medina, NY 14103, USA
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Bringing you north of Buffalo where you're a little less than an hour outside of the city, the Medina Railroad Museum features charming fall foliage train rides. Taking you along the Erie Canal, the round-trip ride is two hours long and brings you through a wonderland of autumn colors. With only a handful of select dates available during the month of October, you'll want to start planning your trip ASAP if you're longing to ride this train!
4. Buffalo, Cattaraugus & Jamestown Scenic Railway
4 Scott St, Hamburg, NY 14075, USA
Buffalo Cattaraugus & Jamestown Scenic Railway/Facebook
Roughly twenty minutes south of Buffalo, near the small town of Hamburg, the Hamburg, the Buffalo, Cattaraugus & Jamestown Scenic Railway features fall foliage train rides that are delightful — and close to home! Lasting between an hour and an hour and a half, the railway's fall foliage train rides will be available this year in October.
5. Adirondack Scenic Railroad
321 Main St, Utica, NY 13501, USA
Adirondack Scenic Railroad/Facebook
For Buffalonians who are willing to travel three hours to enjoy what's generally considered to be our state's most scenic railroad, you won't regret it! Departing from the Utica Station, the Adirondack Scenic Railroad features fall foliage train rides with both one-way and round-trip options. Taking you up into the gorgeous Adirondacks and through secluded, scenic areas of New York, this scenic route is one where you'll enjoy a slight change of scenery as you ride this railroad.

Wondering what other fall adventures you should enjoy? Then be sure to read about this epic pumpkin patch in Pennsylvania! And if you need more autumn activities in Buffalo, Airbnb Experiences makes for a great resource. There are so many one-of-a-kind opportunities for adventure.

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Fall Foliage Train Rides

Tori Jane | August 31, 2022

Where can I go on some scenic train rides around Buffalo, New York?  

There are numerous options for Buffalo-area scenic train rides, especially during the fall season when everything is bursting with color. One of our all-time favorite scenic train rides near Buffalo is the:

  • Buffalo Cattaraugus and Jamestown Scenic Railway, which offers numerous scenic rides throughout the year. It’s a very short drive from downtown Buffalo – about 20 minutes – and the scenery it takes riders through is absolutely to die for.  

 

What is fall in Buffalo like?  

Fall in Buffalo is a magical time, if you ask us! Not only are the leaves of almost all the foliage ablaze in golds, oranges, and reds – it also seems like no matter where you turn there’s something wholesome and fun going on. Among our favorite things to do in Buffalo during the fall include:

  • Visiting some of the best U-Pick Farms in the area. Pick your own apples and/or pumpkins and bring the kids – they'll love it!
  • There are also lots of delightful fall festivals near Buffalo to look forward to.
  • Visiting some of the real haunted places in Buffalo ... if you dare!

 

Make sure to bring a light sweater; temperatures begin falling in September when the highs are around 70 degrees, and continue to fall until January (well into winter). October highs are usually in the high 50s, and it’s a good idea to plan for the little bit o’ chill in the air. 

What are some fun things to do in New York during the fall? 

Fall in New York is such a special time, wouldn’t you agree? There's no shortage at all of the fun stuff to do! Some of our favorite things to do in New York during the fall include:

  • Attending various traditional fall festivals, like the Feast of San Gennaro.
  • We also love checking out some of the charming small towns in New York that love to go all-out during the spooky season.
  • We cannot get enough of the annual New York Film Festival, which happens every autumn and has become something of a New York autumn tradition. 

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