Buffalo, New York to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Buffalo, New York from Indianapolis?
The distance from Buffalo, New York to Indianapolis is 434.6 miles (699.4 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located WSW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 500.8 miles, taking about 9h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Indianapolis in Indiana.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Indianapolis. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 145 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
- You could travel this distance about 57.3 times to circle the Earth's equator