The City of Buffalo is expecting larger than usual crowds in Downtown, Canalside, and surrounding areas. In addition to sold out games at KeyBank Center, there are pregame parties planned at KeyBank Plaza and watch parties at Canalside.

Plan your trip accordingly - allow for extra travel time before the event. Sign up for Metro Alerts, download the Transit App, and check this page periodically for additional information.

Metro Rail - Every 20 Minutes

Metro Rail will operate 4-car trains starting at 8:00 PM during home playoff games.

Additional capacity will be provided at the end of the game. 

Riders must board at Canalside Station after the game. 

DL&W Station will be closed all day to allow for maximum service during this construction period.

Church Station will be closed starting at 8:00 PM.

Single tracking will continue aboveground between Canalside and Church Stations, and underground, between Humboldt-Hospital and Allen-Medical Campus Stations.

Visit the Metro Rail page for the schedule and accessibility information.

Park & Ride

Free parking is available at University Station and LaSalle Station:

University Station Park & Ride

3435 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14214

LaSalle Station Park & Ride

3030 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14214

Find information on other Park & Ride locations.

Bus Service

Route 8 - Main will remain fare-free between Allen-Medical Campus and Canalside Stations.

Additional bus service will be available at the end of the game.

Bus reroutes will be in place before, during, and immediately after the game. Please plan accordingly and sign up for Metro Alerts, download the Transit App, and check the website for any additional details.