Buffalo, New York to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Buffalo, New York from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Madison, Wisconsin is 531.7 miles (855.7 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located W of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 638 miles, taking about 12h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin.

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. 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 Madison, Wisconsin. 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.