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

287.7 miles 463 km · straight line
359.6 miles estimated 578.8 km · driving distance
7h 14min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
94° E bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Pittsfield?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Pittsfield is 287.7 miles (463 km) as the crow flies. Pittsfield is located E of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.6 miles, taking about 7h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Pittsfield in Massachusetts.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 14min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 41min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 52min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Pittsfield

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Pittsfield
42.45°N, 73.25°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients