Buffalo, New York to Markham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

70.5 miles 113.4 km · straight line
88.1 miles estimated 141.8 km · driving distance
1h 46min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Markham?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Markham is 70.5 miles (113.4 km) as the crow flies. Markham is located NNW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 88.1 miles, taking about 1h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Buffalo, New York is in New York, United States, while Markham is in Ontario, Canada.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buffalo, New York and Markham. 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 Markham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 46min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 7min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 41min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Markham

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Markham
43.87°N, 79.27°W
America/Toronto
168m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 353.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients