Albany, New York to Dale City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

334.2 miles 537.8 km · straight line
401 miles estimated 645.4 km · driving distance
8h 4min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Dale City?

The distance from Albany, New York to Dale City is 334.2 miles (537.8 km) as the crow flies. Dale City is located SW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 401 miles, taking about 8h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Dale City in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Dale City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albany, New York to Dale City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 4min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 41min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~7h 40min $48–$140* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Dale City

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Dale City
38.64°N, 77.31°W
America/New_York
70m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 111 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 74.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients