Distance from Indianapolis to Buffalo by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Indianapolis (IN) to Buffalo (NY) is 434 miles or 698 kilometers or 377 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Indianapolis to Buffalo is 500 miles (806 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 66 miles or 108 km.

Flight distance from Indianapolis, IN to Buffalo, NY in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Indianapolis and Buffalo is 434 miles or 698 km.
The nearest airport to Indianapolis, is Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and the nearest airport to Buffalo, is Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF).

What is the average flight time from Indianapolis to Buffalo?

Flight time from Indianapolis, IN to Buffalo, NY is 0 hours 59 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Indianapolis to Buffalo Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Buffalo, NY

The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Buffalo, New York is 500 miles or 806 km.
The total driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Buffalo, NY is 500 miles or 806 kilometers. Your trip begins in Indianapolis, Indiana. It ends in Buffalo, New York.
The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Buffalo, New York is approximately 500 miles (806 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 9 to 10 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Indianapolis, IN to Buffalo, NY

How long is the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Buffalo, NY?
The total driving time is 9 hours, 29 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Indianapolis to Buffalo take?
Indianapolis and Buffalo are 9 hours 29 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
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 Indianapolis and Buffalo

Time difference between Indianapolis (IN) and Buffalo (NY) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in IndianapolisCurrent local time in Buffalo
2025-12-19, 07:15:21 EST2025-12-19, 07:15:21 EST
How Far is it Between Indianapolis Indiana, USA and Buffalo New York, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 500 mi 806 km 434.2 nmi
Straight line distance 434 mi 698 km 377 nmi
Difference 66 mi 108 km 57 nmi

Indianapolis Details

Indianapolis is located in Indiana, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 46' 40.8'' Longitude: W 86° 8' 45''
Latitude39.778
Longitude-86.14584
StateIndiana
Nearest airports to Indianapolis

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Buffalo Details

Buffalo is located in New York, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 53' 11.2'' Longitude: W 78° 52' 42.1''
Latitude42.88645
Longitude-78.87837
StateNew York
Nearest airports to Buffalo

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Indianapolis, IN and Buffalo, NY
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 16 hours 47 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 12 hours 35 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 11 hours 11 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 10 hours 4 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 9 hours 9 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 8 hours 23 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 7 hours 45 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 7 hours 11 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 6 hours 43 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 6 hours 17 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 5 hours 55 minutes