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

How far is Buffalo, New York from Roanoke?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Roanoke is 392 miles (630.9 km) as the crow flies. Roanoke is located S of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 470.4 miles, taking about 9h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Roanoke in Virginia.

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. 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 Roanoke. 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.