Buffalo, Minnesota to Williston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Buffalo, Minnesota from Williston?

The distance from Buffalo, Minnesota to Williston is 505.2 miles (813.1 km) as the crow flies. Williston is located WNW of Buffalo, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 606.3 miles, taking about 12h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, Minnesota in Minnesota and Williston in North Dakota.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Buffalo, Minnesota and Williston. 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.