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Destination Fare
Airport to Chautauqua Institution $250
Airport to Fredonia $150
Airport to Dunkirk $150
Airport to Batavia $120
Airport to Rochester $220
Airport to East Aurora $75
Airport to Lockport $65
Airport to South Lockport $75
Airport to Orchard Park $55
Airport to Hamburg $55-$60
To Grand Island $65
To Buffalo Downtown $40
Lewiston $105-$110
To Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport $330
To (YTZ), Toronto Airport - Pearson Airport $330
St. Catharine's City in Ontario, Canada $150
St Catharine Ontario Canada $150
To Niagara Falls Canada Falls views inner Hotels $105
From BUF to Niagara Falls NY USA Side $85
To USA Side of Peace Bridge $65
To Rainbow Bridge Border USA $85
To North UB-University of Buffalo- North Campus $43
To Rochester, New York, United States $203
To Downtown, NYC New York, New York, United States $1,000
To Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, United States $546
To D'Youville College $38
To Dyouville College $38
To Getzville, New York, United States $25
From Greyhound Bus Station to Buffalo State College $24
To West Seneca $36
from BUF to UB North Campus $42
From Depew Station to UB North Campus $42
From Downtown Buffalo to Orchard Park $50
From Downtown Buffalo NY to Ralph Wilson Stadium $44
To Pelham Ontario L0S 1E6 $145
To Depew Train Station To Niagara Falls NY $85
Buffalo Airport to East Aurora $75
From Depew Train Station to Niagara Falls Canada $95
To IAG Niagara Falls Airport $85
To IAG Niagara Falls International Airport $85
To Orchard Park NY $57
To Hilton Niagara falls Falls views $95
To Fallsview Casino Resort $95
To any hotel Fallsviews – Falls View hotel $95
To Crowne Plaza Falls Ave. Niagara Falls $95
To Four Points by Sheraton Falls views $95
To Hilton Falls view $95
To Radisson Hotel & Suites Falls views $95
To Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls views Canada $95
To Tower Hotel Falls views $95
To Marriott on the Falls $95
To Marriott Falls view Hotel & Spa $95
To Embassy Suites Falls views $95
To Best Western Fallsview $95
To Rodeway Inn Fallsview $95
To Quality Hotel Fallsview Cascade $95
To Comfort Inn Fallsview $95
To Days Inn Fallsview $95
from Greyhound buss Station to Niagara Falls NY $69
To Greyhound Bud Station $38
To Buffalo City Hall $36
To South Campus, 3425 Main St. $25
To Downtown, Buffalo, New York, United States $37
To Lockport, NY, New York, United States $76
To Kenmore, NY, New York, United States $39
To Amherst, NY, New York, United States $29
To Tonawanda, New York, United States $47
To Woodstock Ontario Canada $371
To Windsor Ontario Canada $796
To Welland Ontario Canada $145
To Nipissing Ontario Canada $843
To Waterloo Ontario Canada $361
To Victoria Park Station Toronto $346
To Toronto North York $350
To Toronto Ontario Canada $350
To Tim Hortons Garrison Rd Fort Erie $75
To Thorold Ontario Canada $133
To Timiskaming Shores Ontario Canada $1,242
To Sudbury Ontario Canada $1,137
To Stratford Ontario Canada, $429
To Sheraton on The Falls Hotel $95
To Sheraton on The Falls Hotel $95
To Sheraton On The Falls $95
To Sarnia Ontario Canada $645
To Saint Thomas Ontario Canada $493
To Richmond Hill Ontario Canada, $372
To Radisson Niagara Falls Canada $95
To Rainbow Bridge Border Ca $95
To Port Colborne Ontario Canada $135
To Peterborough Ontario Canada $582
To Perth Ontario Canada $883
To Past Niagara Falls Border, $95
To Parry Sound Ontario Canada $870
To Ottawa Ontario Canada $1,008
To Oshawa Ontario Canada $471
To Orillia Ontario Canada $547
To Oakville Ontario Canada $289
North Bay Ontario Canada $950
To Niagara-On-The-Lake Ontario Canada $155
Niagara On The Lake Canada $155
To Niagara Falls Hard Rock Café USA $85
To Niagara Falls Canadian Side $95
To Niagara Falls Canada $95
To Niagara Falls Ontario $95
To Niagara Falls views Hotel $95
To Niagara Falls Ontario Canada $95
To Ontario $271
To Mississauga Ontario Canada $325
To Midland Ontario Canada, $578
To Montreal, Quebec, Canada $1,182
To Markham Ontario Canada $388
To Marriott Falls view Hotel & Spa $95
To London Ontario Canada $465
To Laurentian Hills Ontario Canada $1,145
To Kitchener Ontario Canada $351
To Kirkland Lake Ontario Canada $1,406
To Kingston Ontario Canada $816
To Kawartha Lakes Ontario Canada $673
To Hamilton Airport $250
To Hamilton Ontario Canada $250
To Guelph Ontario Canada $324
To Ontario Canada $762
To Fort Erie Border Crossing $75
Inner Location in Fort Erie Ontario Canada $85
To Any Falls views Hotels $95
To Casino Falls views $95
To Etobicoke Ontario Canada $305
To Elliot Lake Ontario Canada $1,321
To Downtown Toronto $350
To Chatham-Kent Ontario Canada $656
To Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls Canada $95
To Cambridge Ontario N1R 1V9 Canada $310
To Canada Side of Peace Bridge $95
To Canada Post (Bath) Amherstview $792
To Byng Ontario Canada $179
To Burlington Ontario Canada $220
To Brockville Ontario Canada $797
To Bradford West Gwillimbury ON $432
To Brantford Ontario Canada $299
To Brampton Ontario Canada $330
To Belleville Ontario K8P 5H7 Canada $670
To Bancroft Ontario Canada $794
To Ancaster Ontario Canada $266

BUF Taxi Border Documents: The Exact Checklist for 2026 Travel

Updated: November 7, 2025 · Reading time: 8–10 minutes

 

BUF Taxi Border Documents checklist 2026 showing Canadian and U.S. passports, eTA form, and travel checklist on wooden desk.

Travelling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) into Canada with a taxi service? To make sure your ride across the border is smooth and stress-free, you’ll want to have all the right documents ready. Our licensed cross-border service is designed for comfort, flat-rate pricing, and ease—but even the best service depends on you having your paperwork in order.

In this guide you’ll find:

  • Who needs what documents (U.S. citizens, Canadian citizens/PR, international visitors, minors)

  • Step-by-step preparation before departure

  • What to present at the border control booth

  • Tips to avoid delay or rejection

  • FAQs at the end to answer common concerns

Let’s get you ready.


Why Getting the Documents Right Matters

Even though you’re booked with a trusted service, the border crossing itself is subject to strict immigration and customs rules enforced by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and its U.S. counterpart. According to CBSA: “A valid Canadian passport is the only universally accepted identification document” for Canadian citizens returning home. Canada Border Services Agency
Failing to meet document requirements can lead to delays, being turned back or denied entry—and that throws the whole ride off course.


How to Prepare: Your Pre-Taxi Checklist

Here’s a step-by-step “HowTo” to make sure you’re ready for the ride.

Step 1: Confirm your booking & passenger details

Book your ride using the official link: Book Online
Ensure you list: flight number, arrival time, number of passengers, number of bags, any child seats.
Double-check spellings of names match passports.

Step 2: Match documents to your traveller type (see next section)

Different travellers need different documents—select the section that applies to you and prepare accordingly.

Step 3: Pack your travel folder

Include:

  • Travel documents (passport, PR card, etc)

  • Booking confirmation and vehicle details

  • Any consent letters (for minors)

  • Digital copies/back-ups (in case originals are lost)
    Keep them together, not buried in checked bags.

Step 4: Day-of arrival at BUF

  • Be ready outside baggage claim or where your driver meets you.

  • Keep documents in hand (or in a quick-access pouch).

  • Notify the driver of any changes or delays.

  • When the vehicle arrives: Confirm vehicle & driver match your confirmation.

Step 5: At the border crossing

  • Driver stays in the vehicle while you and passengers stand ready.

  • Present passports/travel documents clearly when requested.

  • Answer questions briefly and clearly.

  • Stay alert: If the officer asks for any additional documents (like child consent letters), be ready.

Buffalo Airport Taxi 2026 travel documents checklist with U.S. and Canadian passports, eTA form, and notepad list on a wooden table.

Document Checklist by Traveller Type

U.S. Citizens

  • Valid U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card (for land crossings)

  • Valid date (must be unexpired)

  • Keeps it handy
    According to border-info guidance: “U.S. Passport, U.S. Passport Card, Enhanced Driver’s Licence (certain states) are accepted for land crossing into Canada.” Niagara Falls USA+1

U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders)

  • Valid passport from your country of citizenship

  • Valid U.S. Permanent Resident Card (“Green Card”)

  • Ensure your status is current and the card is valid

Canadian Citizens / Permanent Residents

  • Valid Canadian Passport (strongly recommended). CBSA says this is “universally accepted.” Canada Border Services Agency

  • If you hold a Canadian Permanent Resident Card: bring it and your valid passport

  • Dual citizens should travel with Canadian passport if possible (for re-entry ease)

Minors / Children (Under 18)

  • Valid passport for each child

  • If travelling with one parent/guardian or alone: carry a signed consent letter from the non-travelling parent/guardian

  • Have a birth certificate or adoption papers as supporting proof
    These steps help avoid delays at the border for minors.

International Visitors (Non-U.S. / Non-Canadian)

  • Valid passport from your home country

  • If required: Canadian Visitor Visa or eTA (electronic travel authorization) depending on citizenship

  • Note: When travelling by taxi from BUF you are entering by land—make sure land crossing requirements are met
    Travel.state.gov notes: “U.S. citizens can use a valid U.S. passport, passport card, or NEXUS card to enter [Canada].” Travel.state.gov


Specifics for Your BUF Taxi Ride

Because your ride is a licensed, flat-rate cross-border taxi service, you’ll also benefit from the following:

  • Your driver is fully aware of border procedures and monitors your flight arrival time.

  • If you notify us of flight delays, we’ll hold your vehicle and adjust accordingly—reducing risk of missing the crossing window.

  • You’ll have fewer transfers, and more direct routing via the bridge your driver selects (e.g., Peace Bridge, Rainbow Bridge, Lewiston-Queenston) to ensure smooth border movement.

Be sure to link this guide with our full overview of required documents: Required Documents for BUF → Canada Taxi Travel.
Also refer to our main FAQ page for any further queries: Travel FAQs.

Travelers with luggage near a yellow taxi at the Canada border crossing under a “Travel Documents Checked” sign — BUF Airport Taxi 2026

What to Expect at the Border

  • Your driver will stop at the border inspection lane. All passengers should remain seated unless asked.

  • Officer will ask to see each passenger’s travel document, may ask simple questions (“Purpose of trip?”, “Length of stay?”, “Are you staying in Canada or returning same day?”)

  • If you declared goods (wine from Niagara-on-the-Lake, etc.), have receipts ready.

  • The process usually takes 2-10 minutes for a smooth crossing, but can take longer if documents aren’t clear or additional verification is needed.


What If Issues Arise?

If you arrive and are missing a document or your document is damaged, expired, or not acceptable:

  • You risk being denied entry or having to return across the border.

  • Because your booking is for a cross-border taxi, you’ll want to call dispatch and let them know immediately. In some cases we may reroute or reschedule based on driver availability.

  • Keep a digital copy of your booking confirmation and check-in with your driver upon pickup.


FAQs 

Q: Do I need a passport to take a taxi from BUF to Canada?
A: Yes. A valid passport or other WHTI-compliant travel document is required for land crossing into Canada. For most U.S. citizens, a U.S. passport book/card or NEXUS card qualifies. Niagara Falls USA+1

Q: My child is under 18—what paperwork do we need?
A: Each child should have a valid passport. If travelling with one parent/guardian or alone, carry a signed consent letter from the other parent/guardian and supporting proof of relationship (birth certificate, adoption papers).

Q: Can I use my U.S. driver’s licence only?
A: No. A standard U.S. driver’s licence without Enhanced Driver’s Licence (EDL) status is not sufficient for crossing into Canada via land. Use a passport or other accepted document. Niagara Falls USA

Q: I’m a Canadian returning to Canada—what do I use?
A: Travel with your valid Canadian passport. If you hold only a PR Card, ensure you also carry your passport. CBSA states the Canadian passport is the only universally accepted ID document for return. Canada Border Services Agency

Q: What if my flight is delayed and I land late?
A: Our service monitors your flight. When you booked with us, your driver is notified of flight time changes and will adjust pickup accordingly. Be sure you provided your flight number at booking time.

Q: Can a rideshare (Uber, Lyft) be used instead of a licensed taxi?
A: For cross-border travel from BUF to Canada, using a licensed cross-border taxi service is strongly advised. Non-licensed carriers may not carry the correct permits or insurance for international travel.


Final Word

By completing this checklist, you’ve taken a major step toward a smooth, comfortable, and hassle-free taxi ride from Buffalo Airport to Canada in 2026.
Your documents are in order, your booking is confirmed, your driver is ready—and you’re geared up for an enjoyable experience.

Ready to book your ride now? Reserve your taxi today.

Safe travels—and we look forward to welcoming you on board.

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