Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres tickets — October 17, 2026

Saturday, October 17, 2026: the Buffalo Sabres visit Centre Bell to face the Montréal Canadiens. Face-off at 19:00 local time, 00:00 UK. Everything you need before buying tickets for this game.

Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres: date, start time and arena

This game is home date 5 of 42 for the Canadiens, and meeting 2 of 4 between Montréal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres on the 2026-27 calendar. From Europe, the game starts at 00:00 UK (the following day). Times can still move for TV, so check again a few days before.

It falls on a Saturday, traditionally the busiest nights for crowds and prices.

Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres ticket prices

On October 11, 2026, the lowest resale price seen for this game started at €140. That figure moves every day with demand: tickets for the most-watched games rise as the date approaches, others drop late.

Click the Tickets button, enter your email and you will see where seats are available. Buying from Europe works the same way: mobile tickets are the norm in the NHL, so keep your phone charged and your card's foreign-payment option enabled.

Travel to Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres at Centre Bell

The Centre Bell sits on the west side of downtown Montréal, beside Lucien-L'Allier metro station (orange line) and the commuter train stop of the same name; Bonaventure metro is a short walk away. From Old Montreal or rue Sainte-Catherine expect a 20 to 30 minute walk. Crescent Street bars, Peel Street restaurants and Windsor Station are all close. Driving is possible but parking is expensive. Many fans meet on Crescent Street before the game, and the underground city links the area in bad weather.

Why Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres is worth it

Both clubs play in the Atlantic Division: divisional games are the kind that weighs heaviest in the race for a playoff spot.

Buffalo is a blue-collar hockey town where the arena is loud, the seats are close to the ice and the Canadian border is a short drive away. This guide covers the Sabres home schedule for 2026-27, KeyBank Center, the best places to sit and how to buy smartly.

Canadiens vs Sabres · Key facts

DateSaturday, October 17, 2026
Local time19:00 · 00:00 UK
ArenaCentre Bell
CityMontreal
from 140 €Lowest price seen on a resale marketplace, checked on October 11, 2026. Prices change constantly.

Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres: all 2026-27 meetings

Tue Oct 13 · 18:30 local · 23:30 UKMontréal Canadiens vs Buffalo SabresCentre BellGame →
Sat Oct 17 · 19:00 local · 00:00+1 UKMontréal Canadiens vs Buffalo SabresCentre Bell
Fri Dec 18 · 19:30 local · 00:30+1 UKBuffalo Sabres vs Montréal CanadiensKeyBank CenterGame →
Mon Jan 18 · 14:00 local · 19:00 UKBuffalo Sabres vs Montréal CanadiensKeyBank CenterGame →

Other Canadiens home dates (after Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres)

Tue Oct 20 · 19:00 local · 00:00+1 UKMontréal Canadiens vs San Jose SharksCentre BellGame →
Sat Oct 31 · 19:00 local · 23:00 UKMontréal Canadiens vs Pittsburgh PenguinsCentre BellGame →
Tue Nov 3 · 19:00 local · 00:00+1 UKMontréal Canadiens vs Winnipeg JetsCentre BellGame →
Thu Nov 5 · 19:00 local · 00:00+1 UKMontréal Canadiens vs Utah MammothCentre BellGame →
Tue Nov 10 · 19:00 local · 00:00+1 UKMontréal Canadiens vs Minnesota WildCentre BellGame →
Sat Nov 14 · 19:00 local · 00:00+1 UKMontréal Canadiens vs Colorado AvalancheCentre BellGame →

FAQ · Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres tickets

What time does Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres start in Europe?

Puck drop is 19:00 local time at Centre Bell, which is 00:00 UK (the following day). Schedules can change for TV broadcasts, so check again a few days before the game.

Where is Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres played?

The game is played at Centre Bell in Montreal. The Centre Bell sits on the west side of downtown Montréal, beside Lucien-L'Allier metro station (orange line) and the commuter train stop of the same name; Bonaventure metro is a short walk away. From Old Montreal or rue Sainte-Catherine expect a 20 to 30 minute walk. Crescent Street bars, Peel Street restaurants and Windsor Station are all close. Driving is possible but parking is expensive. Many fans meet on Crescent Street before the game, and the underground city links the area in bad weather.

How much are Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres tickets?

On October 11, 2026, resale prices for this game started at €140. Prices change constantly; the email alert tells you when they move.

Can I buy Montréal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres tickets from Europe?

Yes. Tickets are mobile in the NHL: buy online, keep the confirmation email and load the tickets in your phone before the trip. Enter your email with the Tickets button to see where seats are available for this game.