Buffalo, New York to Marion, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

384.8 miles 619.2 km · straight line
461.7 miles estimated 743 km · driving distance
9h 17min estimated drive time
$44 - $55 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Marion, Indiana?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Marion, Indiana is 384.8 miles (619.2 km) as the crow flies. Marion, Indiana is located WSW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 461.7 miles, taking about 9h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Marion, Indiana 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 Marion, Indiana. 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 Marion, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 17min $44 - $55 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 8min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 49min $55–$162* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Marion, Indiana

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Marion, Indiana
40.56°N, 85.66°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
247m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 128 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 64.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients