Distance Guide
How far is Buffalo from Rochester?
The distance between Buffalo, NY and Rochester, NY is about 67 miles — roughly a 1 hr 13 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
67 mi
Drive time
1 hr 13 min
Midpoint
43.022°, -78.244°
Driving from Buffalo to Rochester
Most drivers cover the 67-mile route in about 1 hr 13 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 34 miles each instead of 67. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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