Buffalo, New York to Lancaster, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Buffalo, New York from Lancaster, Ohio?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Lancaster, Ohio is 292.1 miles (470.1 km) as the crow flies. Lancaster, Ohio is located SW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 365.1 miles, taking about 7h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Lancaster, Ohio in Ohio.

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 Lancaster, Ohio. 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.