Buffalo, New York to Princeton, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279.7 miles 450.1 km · straight line
349.6 miles estimated 562.6 km · driving distance
7h 2min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
127° SE bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Princeton, New Jersey?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Princeton, New Jersey is 279.7 miles (450.1 km) as the crow flies. Princeton, New Jersey is located SE of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 349.6 miles, taking about 7h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Princeton, New Jersey in New Jersey.

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 Princeton, New Jersey. 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 Princeton, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 2min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 26min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 41min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Princeton, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Princeton, New Jersey
40.35°N, 74.66°W
America/New_York
62m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients