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

How far is Buffalo, New York from Halifax?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Halifax is 772.1 miles (1242.5 km) as the crow flies. Halifax is located ENE of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 926.5 miles, taking about 18h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 3min. Buffalo, New York is in New York, United States, while Halifax is in Nova Scotia, Canada.

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. 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. 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 Halifax. 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.