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

109.6 miles 176.4 km · straight line
137 miles estimated 220.5 km · driving distance
2h 45min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
288° WNW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Stratford?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Stratford is 109.6 miles (176.4 km) as the crow flies. Stratford is located WNW of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 137 miles, taking about 2h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Buffalo, New York is in New York, United States, while Stratford is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buffalo, New York and Stratford. 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 Stratford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 45min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 18min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 37min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Stratford

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Stratford
43.37°N, 80.95°W
America/Toronto
365m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 227.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients