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Pittsburgh to Buffalo by bus

Buffalo lies 287 km (179 mi) north of Pittsburgh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 5 h 24 min including stops, over roughly 351 km (218 mi) of road.

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PittsburghBuffalo
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population304,391258,071
Elevation239 m (784 ft)191 m (627 ft)
Time nowUTC-4 (America/New_York)UTC-4 (America/New_York)
Postal codes15201–1529514201–14280

Where to book buses from Pittsburgh to Buffalo

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Staying in Buffalo

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Common questions

How far is Buffalo from Pittsburgh?

287 km (179 mi) in a straight line, north of Pittsburgh; by road roughly 351 km (218 mi).

How long does it take to get from Pittsburgh to Buffalo by bus?

About 5 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Pittsburgh and Buffalo?

No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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  • OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.