Buffalo, New York to Cornwall: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253.5 miles 408 km · straight line
316.9 miles estimated 510 km · driving distance
6h 23min estimated drive time
$30 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
53° NE bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Cornwall?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Cornwall is 253.5 miles (408 km) as the crow flies. Cornwall is located NE of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.9 miles, taking about 6h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Buffalo, New York is in New York, United States, while Cornwall is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buffalo, New York and Cornwall. 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, New York to Cornwall

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 23min $30 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 40min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 4min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Cornwall

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Cornwall
45.02°N, 74.73°W
America/Toronto
59m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients