Baltimore to Reston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Baltimore from Reston?

The distance from Baltimore to Reston is 44.9 miles (72.3 km) as the crow flies. Reston is located WSW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 55.9 miles, taking about 1h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Reston in Virginia.

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. 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. 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 Baltimore and Reston. 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.