Buffalo, New York to Niagara-on-the-Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

27.3 miles 43.9 km · straight line
35.5 miles estimated 57.1 km · driving distance
43min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Niagara-on-the-Lake?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Niagara-on-the-Lake is 27.3 miles (43.9 km) as the crow flies. Niagara-on-the-Lake is located NNW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 35.5 miles, taking about 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Buffalo, New York is in New York, United States, while Niagara-on-the-Lake is in Ontario, Canada.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Niagara-on-the-Lake. 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 Niagara-on-the-Lake

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 43min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Niagara-on-the-Lake

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Niagara-on-the-Lake
43.26°N, 79.07°W
America/Toronto
79m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 912.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients