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

571.7 miles 920.1 km · straight line
686.1 miles estimated 1104.1 km · driving distance
13h 48min estimated drive time
$66 - $81 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Peoria?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Peoria is 571.7 miles (920.1 km) as the crow flies. Peoria is located WSW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 686.1 miles, taking about 13h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Peoria in Illinois.

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 Peoria. 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 Peoria

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 48min $66 - $81 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 34min $55–$103* Budget
Train ~17h 56min $82–$240* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Peoria

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Peoria
40.69°N, 89.59°W
America/Chicago
153m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 191 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients