Beckley to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

238 miles 383.1 km · straight line
306.5 miles actual route 493.3 km · driving distance
5h 42min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
70° ENE bearing direction

How far is Beckley from Washington DC?

The distance from Beckley to Washington DC is 238 miles (383.1 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located ENE of Beckley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 306.5 miles, taking about 5h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Beckley in West Virginia and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Beckley and Washington DC. 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 Beckley to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 42min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 50min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 25min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Beckley & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Beckley
37.78°N, 81.19°W
America/New_York
738m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM