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

282.3 miles 454.3 km · straight line
352.9 miles estimated 567.9 km · driving distance
7h 6min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
129° SE bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Trenton?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Trenton is 282.3 miles (454.3 km) as the crow flies. Trenton is located SE of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 352.9 miles, taking about 7h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Trenton in New Jersey.

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 Trenton. 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 Trenton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 6min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 31min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 45min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Trenton

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Trenton
40.22°N, 74.74°W
America/New_York
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients