Annapolis to West Chester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

82.6 miles 133 km · straight line
103.3 miles estimated 166.3 km · driving distance
2h 5min estimated drive time
$10 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
35° NE bearing direction

How far is Annapolis from West Chester?

The distance from Annapolis to West Chester is 82.6 miles (133 km) as the crow flies. West Chester is located NE of Annapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103.3 miles, taking about 2h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Annapolis in Maryland and West Chester in Pennsylvania.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Annapolis and West Chester. 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 Annapolis to West Chester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 5min $10 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 30min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 59min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Annapolis & West Chester

Quick Facts

Annapolis
38.98°N, 76.49°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
West Chester
39.96°N, 75.61°W
America/New_York
140m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 301.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients