Canton, Ohio to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.8 miles 426.1 km · straight line
337.5 miles actual route 543.1 km · driving distance
6h 54min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
118° ESE bearing direction

How far is Canton, Ohio from Washington DC?

The distance from Canton, Ohio to Washington DC is 264.8 miles (426.1 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located ESE of Canton, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 337.5 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Canton, Ohio in Ohio 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 Canton, Ohio 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 Canton, Ohio to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 54min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 17min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 33min $41–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canton, Ohio & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Canton, Ohio
40.80°N, 81.38°W
America/New_York
323m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM