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

626.5 miles 1008.2 km · straight line
705.4 miles actual route 1135.2 km · driving distance
13h 18min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Nashville?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Nashville is 626.5 miles (1008.2 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located SW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 705.4 miles, taking about 13h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Nashville 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 18min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 58min $56–$106* Budget
Train ~17h 17min $85–$247* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Nashville

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Nashville
36.16°N, 86.78°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 209 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM