Aberdeen, South Dakota to Buffalo, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

224.9 miles 362 km · straight line
281.2 miles estimated 452.5 km · driving distance
5h 39min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
94° E bearing direction

How far is Aberdeen, South Dakota from Buffalo, Minnesota?

The distance from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Buffalo, Minnesota is 224.9 miles (362 km) as the crow flies. Buffalo, Minnesota is located E of Aberdeen, South Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 281.2 miles, taking about 5h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Aberdeen, South Dakota in South Dakota and Buffalo, Minnesota in Minnesota.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aberdeen, South Dakota and Buffalo, Minnesota. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Buffalo, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 39min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 47min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 22min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aberdeen, South Dakota & Buffalo, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Aberdeen, South Dakota
45.46°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
397m elevation
Buffalo, Minnesota
45.17°N, 93.87°W
America/Chicago
283m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients