Buffalo

New York

5
Destinations

Find driving times and distances from Buffalo, USA to 5 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Buffalo

5 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 4 routes

Rochester NY
80 miles
1h 27min
Erie PA
96 miles
1h 44min
Toronto
70 miles
1h 16min
Niagara Falls CA
20 miles
21 min

Medium Trips (3–8 hours) — 1 routes

Syracuse
166 miles
3h 1min

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Buffalo from Rochester NY?
Buffalo is approximately 80 miles from Rochester NY, with a driving time of around 1h 27min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Buffalo?
There are 4 cities within 3 hours of Buffalo, including Rochester NY, Erie PA, Toronto, Niagara Falls CA. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Buffalo?
Buffalo has 5 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Buffalo from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Buffalo to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Cleveland, roughly 210 miles away by road.

Cleveland~210 mi · 3h 30m
Pittsburgh~215 mi · 3h 45m
Detroit~260 mi · 4h 30m
Baltimore~330 mi · 5h 45m
Philadelphia~335 mi · 5h 45m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Buffalo

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Buffalo by road:

Buffalo (BUF)~10 mi · 15 min
Pittsburgh (PIT)~215 mi · 3h 45m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Buffalo: What to Know

Buffalo sits in New York, in the Northeast, and most trips out of town start on the local highway network before joining the interstate system. Fill up before you leave — fuel is usually cheaper in town than at highway service plazas — and check conditions before longer drives, since weather in the Northeast can change travel times considerably. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-90, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Road Trips from Buffalo

Looking to hit the road from Buffalo? Browse 7 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, Buffalo connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.