Buffalo, New York to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Buffalo, New York from Chicago?
The distance from Buffalo, New York to Chicago is 451.8 miles (727.1 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located W of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 534.2 miles, taking about 10h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Chicago in Illinois.
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 Buffalo, New York and Chicago. 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.
How to Get from Buffalo, New York to Chicago
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 151 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
- You could travel this distance about 55.1 times to circle the Earth's equator