Buffalo, New York to Jackson, Michigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

284.5 miles 457.8 km · straight line
355.6 miles estimated 572.3 km · driving distance
7h 9min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
263° W bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Jackson, Michigan?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Jackson, Michigan is 284.5 miles (457.8 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Michigan is located W of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 355.6 miles, taking about 7h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Jackson, Michigan in Michigan.

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. 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 Jackson, Michigan. 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 Jackson, Michigan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 9min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 35min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 48min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Jackson, Michigan

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Jackson, Michigan
42.25°N, 84.40°W
America/Detroit
284m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients