Albany, New York to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albany, New York from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Albany, New York to Sterling, Virginia is 316.7 miles (509.7 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located SW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 380 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Sterling, Virginia 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 Sterling, Virginia. 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.