Buffalo, New York to Columbus, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

293.9 miles 473 km · straight line
326.8 miles actual route 526 km · driving distance
6h 15min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Columbus, Ohio?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Columbus, Ohio is 293.9 miles (473 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Ohio is located SW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 326.8 miles, taking about 6h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Columbus, Ohio in Ohio.

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. 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 Columbus, Ohio. 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 Columbus, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 15min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 30min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~5h 56min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Columbus, Ohio

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM