Canton, Ohio to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.2 miles 391.4 km · straight line
304 miles estimated 489.3 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
119° ESE bearing direction

How far is Canton, Ohio from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Canton, Ohio to Sterling, Virginia is 243.2 miles (391.4 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located ESE of Canton, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Canton, Ohio in Ohio and Sterling, Virginia in Virginia.

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 Canton, Ohio and Sterling, Virginia. 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 Canton, Ohio to Sterling, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canton, Ohio & Sterling, Virginia

Quick Facts

Canton, Ohio
40.80°N, 81.38°W
America/New_York
323m elevation
Sterling, Virginia
39.01°N, 77.43°W
America/New_York
89m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients