Buffalo, New York to Charlotte: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Buffalo, New York from Charlotte?
The distance from Buffalo, New York to Charlotte is 539.5 miles (868.3 km) as the crow flies. Charlotte is located SSW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 657.1 miles, taking about 12h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Charlotte in North Carolina.
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, New York and Charlotte. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 180 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
- You could travel this distance about 46.2 times to circle the Earth's equator