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

How far is Buffalo, New York from Providence?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Providence is 388 miles (624.5 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located E of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 465.7 miles, taking about 9h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Providence in Rhode Island.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Providence. 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.