How to travel from Buffalo to Wichita, United States of America

The distance between Buffalo and Wichita is around 1,078 miles (1,735km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 60m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Buffalo to Wichita by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Buffalo (BUF) to Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT).

  • Duration4h 60m
  • Flight time4h 15m
  • Typical cost
    $345
Operated by

United Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Chicago Union Station and then to Newton.

  • Duration23hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $255
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Columbus OH and then to Kansas City then take the train to Newton.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $295
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Wichita State University.

  • Duration19h 25m
  • Distance1,176 miles (1,892km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Buffalo and Wichita

There are several options for getting from Buffalo to Wichita by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around $255 and will take around 23hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $345.

The distance between Buffalo and Wichita is around 1,078 miles (1,735km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,034 miles (1,665km)

It takes around 4h 60m to get from Buffalo and Wichita by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 19h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Buffalo to Wichita is to fly which takes around 4h 60m and will set you back approx $345.

The cheapest way to travel between Buffalo and Wichita, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around $255 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Buffalo and Wichita. It typically takes around 23hrs and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Buffalo to Wichita. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Buffalo Depew Station, Chicago Union Station and Newton. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 23hrs.

Amtrak run train services between Buffalo and Wichita. Trains depart once daily and will take around 23hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Buffalo and Wichita. We recommend that you fly from Buffalo (BUF) to Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT). instead which will take 4h 60m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Buffalo and Wichita. Flights depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT) - via Chicago O'Hare (ORD). The flight takes around 4h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Buffalo to Wichita. There is however a flight that goes via Chicago O'Hare (ORD). This services will take at least 4h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Buffalo to Wichita typically takes around 4h 15m. Flights depart from Buffalo (BUF) and and arrive into Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT).

The closest major airport to Wichita is Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) (ICT) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Wichita. Tulsa International Airport (TUL) (TUL) and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) (MCI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Buffalo and Wichita. The distance is around 1,176 miles (1,892km) by road and it will take around 19h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Buffalo to Wichita is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 60m and will usually cost around $345.

How do I get from Buffalo to Wichita

Compare travel optionsbetween Buffalo and Wichita

Transport options from Buffalo to Wichita
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 60m
$345
every 30 mins1,735km (1,078 miles)
Train and Plane6hrs
$355
twice a week1,930km (1,199 miles)
Train
23hrs
$255
once daily1,921km (1,194 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 4h
$295
once daily2,043km (1,270 miles)
Drive
19h 25m
$115
on demand1,892km (1,176 miles)

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Airports near Wichita

The following major airports near Wichita offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

ICT
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6 miles (9km) from Wichita
TUL
Tulsa International Airport (TUL)
International Airport
Distance
131 miles (211km) from Wichita
MCI
Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
International Airport
Distance
180 miles (289km) from Wichita