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

How far is Buffalo, New York from Fargo?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Fargo is 916.8 miles (1475.5 km) as the crow flies. Fargo is located WNW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1100.2 miles, taking about 22h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 21min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Fargo in North Dakota.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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