Buffalo, New York to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Buffalo, New York from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Sterling, Virginia is 278.6 miles (448.3 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located SSE of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348.2 miles, taking about 7h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Sterling, Virginia in Virginia.

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 Sterling, Virginia. 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.