New Buffalo travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Buffalo

New Buffalo is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in New Buffalo to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in New Buffalo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bentwood Tavern (600 West Water Street) and Terrace Room (111 W. Water St) are great picks.

When to visit New Buffalo

New Buffalo in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Buffalo in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to New Buffalo

Plane

Although New Buffalo doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 23 miles from New Buffalo. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Korean Air, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to New Buffalo departs from New York and takes around 2h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to New Buffalo. The train journey from New Buffalo to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $23 for a 2h 05m trip. The train station in New Buffalo is called New Buffalo, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to New Buffalo is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 46 miles from New Buffalo. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Buffalo, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Bus. From Monona, the bus ride to New Buffalo takes 210 miles and will cost you around $86. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $112 for a journey of 225 miles.

Plane

Although New Buffalo doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 23 miles from New Buffalo. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Korean Air, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to New Buffalo departs from New York and takes around 2h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to New Buffalo. The train journey from New Buffalo to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $23 for a 2h 05m trip. The train station in New Buffalo is called New Buffalo, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to New Buffalo is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 46 miles from New Buffalo. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Buffalo, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Bus. From Monona, the bus ride to New Buffalo takes 210 miles and will cost you around $86. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $112 for a journey of 225 miles.

Airports near New Buffalo

Airlines serving New Buffalo

Lufthansa
Good (7,187 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,837 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,552 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,240 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,088 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,422 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,190 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,517 reviews)
Frontier
Good (3,583 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (832 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,039 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,907 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,087 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,451 reviews)
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Where to stay in New Buffalo

Average rates range from around $423 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $311 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of New Buffalo

Most booked hotels in New Buffalo

Garden Grove Bed And Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 40 reviews)
$190+
The Inn at Union Pier
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 91 reviews)
$207+
Goldberry Woods
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 16 reviews)
$222+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites New Buffalo, MI
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 320 reviews)
$104+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Buffalo
2 stars
Good (7.9, 319 reviews)
$107+
Quality Inn Near Interstate I94
2 stars
Good (7.8, 662 reviews)
$64+

Renting a car in New Buffalo

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in New Buffalo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in New Buffalo is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in New Buffalo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in New Buffalo is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.