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

491.2 miles 790.5 km · straight line
633.6 miles actual route 1019.7 km · driving distance
13h 11min estimated drive time
$61 - $75 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
178° S bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Raleigh?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Raleigh is 491.2 miles (790.5 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located S of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 633.6 miles, taking about 13h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Raleigh in North Carolina.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buffalo, New York and Raleigh. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 11min $61 - $75 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 49min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~12h 31min $76–$222* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 164 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM