Ashburn to Reston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

9.4 miles 15.2 km · straight line
12.3 miles estimated 19.8 km · driving distance
15min estimated drive time
$1 - $1 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
123° ESE bearing direction

How far is Ashburn from Reston?

The distance from Ashburn to Reston is 9.4 miles (15.2 km) as the crow flies. Reston is located ESE of Ashburn. By car, the driving distance is approximately 12.3 miles, taking about 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Reston. 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 Ashburn to Reston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15min $1 - $1 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Ashburn & Reston

Quick Facts

Ashburn
39.04°N, 77.49°W
America/New_York
90m elevation
Reston
38.97°N, 77.34°W
America/New_York
100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 3 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients