Airports
The nearest airport is Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) in Buffalo, New York, approximately 45 minutes from Niagara Falls, Canada (including the border crossing).
Another major option is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in Mississauga, Ontario, approximately 1½–2 hours from Niagara Falls, Canada (no border crossing).
Additional airports with more limited flight service include:
- Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) – approximately 30 minutes from Niagara Falls, Canada (including the border crossing).
- John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) – approximately 1¼ hours from Niagara Falls, Canada (no border crossing).
Taxi & Private Transportation
Uber and Lyft do NOT cross the border into Canada.
Private Jewish Taxi Service
Amir provides transportation from:
- Buffalo Airport (BUF), Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ)
- New York / Tri-State area
- Toronto
- Montreal
- And more
Contact Amir by calling +1 (647) 801-9612
Buffalo Airport Taxi
Cross-border taxi service from Buffalo and Niagara Falls, NY to Canada.
Visit their website or call 716-292-4425
Bus Travel
There are bus services from cities across the U.S. and Canada with stops on both sides of Niagara Falls.
USA – Niagara Falls Bus Station
120 Old Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Approximately 30 minutes to Niagara Falls, Canada (including border crossing).
Canada – Niagara Falls Transit Terminal
4555 Erie Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 7G9
Approximately 10 minutes to the tourist district and the Jewish Welcome Centre.
Train Travel
There are train services from across the United States and Canada with stops on both sides of the Niagara border.
U.S. Side – Niagara Falls, NY
(NFL) Amtrak Station
825 Depot Ave W, Niagara Falls, NY 14305, US
Canadian Side – Niagara Falls, ON
(NFS) GO / VIA Rail / Amtrak Station
4267 Bridge Street, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 2R6, CA
Walking Across the Border
You can cross the border on foot via the Rainbow Bridge, which offers direct views of Niagara Falls.
USA → Canada: Free
Canada → USA: $1.00 USD per person (quarters) or $1.25 CAD per person (credit card)
All pedestrians must carry the required travel documents and pass through border inspection.
Border Wait Times for Cars & Buses
Border wait times fluctuate depending on factors like the day of the week, time of day, holidays, sporting events, and more.
Current Wait Times Canada → USA Current Wait Times USA → CanadaBorder Crossings
Rainbow Bridge
Closest to Niagara Falls attractions and the Jewish Welcome Center. Open to passenger vehicles and pedestrians.
Lewiston–Queenston Bridge
Direct highway connection between Highway 405/QEW and I-190/I-90. Best for travelers heading to or from Toronto. No pedestrian access.
Peace Bridge
Connects Fort Erie and Buffalo. Ideal for Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and western New York. Open to passenger vehicles and pedestrians.
Whirlpool Rapids Bridge
Reserved exclusively for NEXUS members. No pedestrian access.
