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

802.1 miles 1290.8 km · straight line
915.5 miles actual route 1473.3 km · driving distance
17h 6min estimated drive time
$88 - $108 estimated fuel cost
~2h 7min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Memphis?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Memphis is 802.1 miles (1290.8 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 915.5 miles, taking about 17h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 7min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Memphis in Tennessee.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buffalo, New York and Memphis. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 6min $88 - $108 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 31min $73–$137* Budget
Train ~22h 14min $110–$320* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Memphis

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 267 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 67 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM