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

251.8 miles 405.2 km · straight line
314.7 miles estimated 506.5 km · driving distance
6h 20min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
162° SSE bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Frederick?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Frederick is 251.8 miles (405.2 km) as the crow flies. Frederick is located SSE of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 314.7 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Frederick in Maryland.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 20min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 36min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 1min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Frederick

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients