Buffalo, Minnesota to Duluth, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

140 miles 225.3 km · straight line
175 miles estimated 281.6 km · driving distance
3h 31min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
37° NE bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, Minnesota from Duluth, Minnesota?

The distance from Buffalo, Minnesota to Duluth, Minnesota is 140 miles (225.3 km) as the crow flies. Duluth, Minnesota is located NE of Buffalo, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 175 miles, taking about 3h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buffalo, Minnesota and Duluth, 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 Buffalo, Minnesota to Duluth, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 31min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 13min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, Minnesota & Duluth, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Buffalo, Minnesota
45.17°N, 93.87°W
America/Chicago
283m elevation
Duluth, Minnesota
46.78°N, 92.11°W
America/Chicago
214m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 177.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients