Distance from Detroit to Buffalo by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Buffalo (NY) is 216 miles or 347 kilometers or 187 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Buffalo is 254 miles (410 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 38 miles or 63 km.

Detroit to Buffalo Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Detroit, MI and Buffalo, NY
This map shows the distance from Detroit, MI, Usa to Buffalo, NY, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Detroit, Michigan to Buffalo, New York is displayed below.

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Buffalo, New York is 254 miles or 410 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY is 254 miles or 410 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Buffalo, New York.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Buffalo, New York is approximately 254 miles (410 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 5 to 6 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY?
The total driving time is 5 hours, 15 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Buffalo take?
Detroit and Buffalo are 5 hours 15 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Detroit and Buffalo

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Buffalo (NY) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Buffalo
2026-04-01, 04:36:37 EDT	2026-04-01, 04:36:37 EDT

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Buffalo New York, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Detroit, MI and Buffalo, NY in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	254 mi	410 km	220.57 nmi
Straight line distance	216 mi	347 km	187 nmi
Difference	38 mi	63 km	33 nmi

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