Boston, Massachusetts to Buffalo, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Buffalo, New York?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Buffalo, New York is 399 miles (642.2 km) as the crow flies. Buffalo, New York is located W of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 455.9 miles, taking about 8h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Buffalo, New York in New York.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Buffalo, New York. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.