Altoona to Ashburn: Road Trip Guide & Distance

112.7 miles 181.4 km · straight line
140.9 miles estimated 226.8 km · driving distance
2h 50min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
154° SSE bearing direction

How far is Altoona from Ashburn?

The distance from Altoona to Ashburn is 112.7 miles (181.4 km) as the crow flies. Ashburn is located SSE of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 140.9 miles, taking about 2h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Ashburn in Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Altoona and Ashburn. 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 Altoona to Ashburn

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 50min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 24min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 42min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altoona & Ashburn

Quick Facts

Altoona
40.52°N, 78.39°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
Ashburn
39.04°N, 77.49°W
America/New_York
90m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 220.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients