Buffalo, New York to West Milford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

261.3 miles 420.6 km · straight line
326.7 miles estimated 525.8 km · driving distance
6h 34min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
116° ESE bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from West Milford?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to West Milford is 261.3 miles (420.6 km) as the crow flies. West Milford is located ESE of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 326.7 miles, taking about 6h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and West Milford 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 West Milford. 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 West Milford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 34min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 53min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 14min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & West Milford

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
West Milford
41.13°N, 74.37°W
America/New_York
212m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients