Buffalo, New York to Hamilton, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

56.2 miles 90.5 km · straight line
73.1 miles estimated 117.7 km · driving distance
1h 28min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is 56.2 miles (90.5 km) as the crow flies. Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is located WNW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 73.1 miles, taking about 1h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Buffalo, New York is in New York, United States, while Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buffalo, New York and Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. 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 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 28min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 46min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
43.26°N, 79.87°W
America/Toronto
78m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 442.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients