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Efficient Road and Public Transit Trip from St. Louis to New York via Niagara Falls

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Day 1: Drive & Arrival

St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA to Niagara Falls, NY on August 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Rooster

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with American classics and fresh coffee to kick off your long day of driving. Open from 7:00am.
USD15, 1h

8:00am

Drive St. Louis to Pittsburgh

Start your approximately 7-hour drive eastward towards Pittsburgh, taking breaks as needed.
USD0, 7h

3:00pm

Lunch in Pittsburgh at Primanti Bros.

Famous for their sandwiches filled with fries and coleslaw, a quick lunch to refuel before continuing.
USD15, 1h

4:15pm

Drive Pittsburgh to Niagara Falls

Continue your drive northeast for around 4.5 hours to reach Niagara Falls, NY.
USD0, 4h30m

8:45pm

Check-in Niagara Falls hotel

Relax and settle in at your accommodation near Niagara Falls after your long day.
USD0, overnight
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Day 2: Niagara Falls & Transit

Niagara Falls, NY to New York, NY on August 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Third Street Retreat Cafe

Start your day with healthy and homemade breakfast options minutes from the falls. Open from 7:30am.
USD12, 1h

9:30am

Explore Niagara Falls State Park

Visit iconic attractions including Maid of the Mist boat ride, Cave of the Winds, and observation points. Open from 9:00am to 7:00pm.
USD25, 4h

1:30pm

Lunch at Top of the Falls Restaurant

Enjoy views while dining on American classics located inside Niagara Falls State Park.
USD18, 1h

2:30pm

Drive to Niagara Falls Bus Terminal

Head to the Greyhound bus station about 10min away from the park.
USD0, 15m

3:00pm

Greyhound Bus Niagara Falls to Buffalo Exchange St.

Bus ride approx 35 minutes to Buffalo Exchange St. Station to connect to train.
USD5, 35m

4:00pm

Amtrak Train Buffalo to New York City

Take Amtrak Maple Leaf service from Buffalo-Depew Station (accessible via local bus or short taxi) to Penn Station NYC. Duration about 8.5 hours.
USD90-120, 8h30m

12:30am

Arrive New York City

Check-in hotel near Penn Station and rest after the overnight train journey.
USD0, overnight
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Day 3: New York Transit Day

New York, NY on August 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Ess-a-Bagel

Start with a classic NYC bagel and coffee. Open from 6:30am.
USD10, 1h

9:00am

Subway & Bus Pass purchase

Purchase a 7-day unlimited MetroCard for buses and subway rides to explore the city conveniently.
USD34, 10m

9:15am

Visit Central Park

Take the subway to Central Park, stroll and enjoy landmarks like Bethesda Terrace and Sheep Meadow.
USD0, 2h

11:30am

Take bus to Times Square

Experience the bustling heart of NYC with vibrant billboards and shops.
USD0, 30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Joe’s Pizza

Sample a classic New York-style pizza slice near Times Square. Open from 11am.
USD15, 1h

1:15pm

Explore Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

Wander through world-class modern and contemporary art. Open 10:30am - 5:30pm.
USD25, 2h

3:45pm

Bus and subway to Brooklyn Bridge Park

Enjoy waterfront views and walk the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. Park open until 10:00pm.
USD0, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Juliana’s Pizza, Brooklyn

Highly rated pizza spot just steps from Brooklyn Bridge, open till 10pm.
USD25, 1h30m

7:30pm

Return by subway to hotel

Use subway back to hotel near Penn Station to rest.
USD0, 30m
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Day 4: Return Journey

New York, NY to St. Louis, MO on August 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel or nearby cafe

Quick breakfast to prepare for the trip home.
USD12, 1h

8:00am

Drive New York to Pittsburgh

Start your drive westward back towards Pittsburgh, about 6.5 hours.
USD0, 6h30m

2:30pm

Lunch in Pittsburgh at The Church Brew Works

Unique dining experience inside a converted church with craft brews, open from 11am.
USD20, 1h

3:45pm

Drive Pittsburgh to St. Louis

Continue driving about 7 hours back home.
USD0, 7h

10:45pm

Arrive St. Louis - End of Trip

Rest after your return home.
USD0, overnight
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