Ashburn to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138.8 miles 223.4 km · straight line
167.6 miles actual route 269.8 km · driving distance
3h 35min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
62° ENE bearing direction

How far is Ashburn from Philadelphia?

The distance from Ashburn to Philadelphia is 138.8 miles (223.4 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located ENE of Ashburn. By car, the driving distance is approximately 167.6 miles, taking about 3h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Ashburn in Virginia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

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 Ashburn and Philadelphia. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ashburn to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 35min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 18min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 24min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ashburn & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Ashburn
39.04°N, 77.49°W
America/New_York
90m elevation
Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 179.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM