How far is Buffalo, NY from Amherst, NY?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Buffalo and Amherst is 7.49 miles (12.06 km).
Flight distance from Buffalo, NY to Amherst, NY is 7.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Buffalo, New York to Amherst, New York is: 15.73 miles (25.32 km) by car.
Driving from Buffalo to Amherst will take approximately 00 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Buffalo
The second most populous city in New York. It is located on the eastern shore of Lake Erie. Buffalo is known for its chicken wings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Buffalo Zoo and the Albright-Knox Art Gallery.
| Population | 254479 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°53'11"N 78°52'42"W |
| Latitude | 42.8864500 |
| Longitude | -78.8783700 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Amherst
Town in New York, United States
| Population | 120809 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°58'42"N 78°47'59"W |
| Latitude | 42.9783900 |
| Longitude | -78.7997600 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Amherst: Millersport Highway (-78.799874,42.978447)
Estimated Travel Time Between Buffalo and Amherst
The distance between Buffalo and Amherst is 25 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 16 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Buffalo and Amherst. The current time is 05:17:48.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.1 liters (0.56 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Buffalo and Amherst.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Buffalo to Amherst is $2.09 (diesel $2.61).
New York gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.76 | $4.27 | $4.64 | $4.69 |
| Total | $2.09 | $2.37 | $2.58 | $2.61 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in New York ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.764 (Diesel $4.694) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Buffalo and Amherst (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
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