Cincinnati to Niagara Falls, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cincinnati from Niagara Falls, New York?

The distance from Cincinnati to Niagara Falls, New York is 396.5 miles (638.1 km) as the crow flies. Niagara Falls, New York is located NE of Cincinnati. By car, the driving distance is approximately 475.8 miles, taking about 9h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Cincinnati in Ohio and Niagara Falls, New York in New York.

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. 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 Cincinnati and Niagara Falls, New York. 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.