CONFERENCE LOCATION
World Canals Conference 2025 is being hosted in Buffalo, New York, USA, the historic western terminus of the 338 mile Erie Canal. The conference itself will take place at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo, along with outdoor events at Buffalo’s Canalside, a crowning achievement in canal revitalization.
If you have specific travel questions, our hosts will be happy to help. Reach out to us via our Contact Us page.
GETTING HERE:
By Plane
- Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), a 18-minute drive to the WCC2025 and offering numerous international flights and 25 direct flights around the US, including New York City, Chicago, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 1hr 40min drive (includes US-Canada border crossing)
- New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), ~7hr drive or a 90min flight
By Train
- Amtrak’s Empire Service runs daily between NYC and Buffalo, with stops along the way including Albany, Syracuse, Rochester, and Niagara Falls. ~8hr
By Car
Buffalo is conveniently located along numerous interstate highways.
- From the East: New York State Thruway I-90 West
- From the West: New York State Thruway I-90 East
- From the North (Canada): Queen Elizabeth Way QEW
- From the South: Numerous routes, including the 219N
Where to Stay:
The Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel and Conference Center is the official hospitality partner of WCC 2025, and where many of the events will take place. Featuring special rates and a prime location in downtown Buffalo a short walk from Canalside, the Hyatt Regency Buffalo is the ideal location to call home during your visit.
Additional lodging options, including hotels, bed & breakfasts, and the city’s best Airbnbs, can be found here.
Getting Around:
Rent a Car
- Buffalo has numerous car rental options available on the site of one of our hosts, Visit Buffalo Niagara.
Ride Sharing
- Buffalo has a large fleet of Uber and Lyft drivers available any time of day.
Public Transportation
- Buffalo’s Metro Bus and Rail System, Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA), can carry you to every area of Buffalo and surrounding areas.
Extend Your Stay
We invite you to arrive early, stay late, and have fun as you explore all the region has to offer.
Pre- and Post-Conference Tours
Our pre- and post-conference tour offers attendees exclusive excursions into the best of the Erie Canal, Niagara Falls, and the Western New York region.
Plan Your Visit to the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor
The New York State Canal System offers more than 500 miles of recreation and discovery.
Visit Buffalo Niagara has compiled best-of attractions, adventures, restaurants and more for guests of the Queen City. Plan your to-do list by following their guides tailored to the arts, architecture, outdoor recreation, entertainment, history lovers, culinary adventures and more.