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

280.7 miles 451.8 km · straight line
351 miles estimated 564.8 km · driving distance
7h 4min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Delaware?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Delaware is 280.7 miles (451.8 km) as the crow flies. Delaware is located SW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351 miles, taking about 7h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Delaware 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 Delaware. 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 Delaware

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 4min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 29min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 43min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Delaware

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Delaware
40.30°N, 83.07°W
America/New_York
265m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients