Getting There
KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY
Data updated: 2025-26
Driving
Directions
From the north: Take I-190 South to Exit 6 (Church Street/Canalside). From the east: Take I-90 West to I-190 South to Exit 6.
Details
From the south: Take I-190 North to Exit 5 (Seneca Street). Multiple surface lots surround the arena on Perry, Main, and Washington streets.
Public Transit
Directions
NFTA Metro Rail to Canalside station, steps from KeyBank Center. Free fare in the downtown zone.
Details
Connects to University at Buffalo and south suburbs. NFTA buses also serve downtown.
Rideshare
Directions
Uber/Lyft drop-off is on Main Street near the arena entrance. Post-game pickup is on Perry Street.
Details
Minimal surge pricing in Buffalo, rides are affordable.
Travel
Overview
KeyBank Center sits on Buffalo's revitalized waterfront at Canalside, right at the southern end of the Metro Rail line. The free downtown Metro Rail zone makes transit the easiest option for anyone staying in the city center. If driving, the arena is easy to reach from the I-190 expressway, and parking is plentiful and cheap by NHL standards. Buffalo's compact downtown means most hotels are within walking distance.
Community
Intelligence
Crowdsourced logistics and veteran shortcuts from the fan community. Every tip is voted on by fellow game-day veterans.
“The Metro Rail is free in the downtown zone, Canalside station is steps from the arena.”
“If driving from Niagara Falls or the suburbs, I-190 provides direct access. Take Exit 6 for Canalside.”
“Buffalo's downtown is compact. If your hotel is on Main Street, walk. It's 15 minutes or less to the arena.”
“Post-game traffic clears quickly. Buffalo doesn't have big-city congestion.”
“Rideshare is cheap in Buffalo, $10-15 from most downtown locations to the arena.”
“Canadian visitors from the Toronto area: allow time for Peace Bridge or Lewiston-Queenston bridge crossings.”