Charlottesville to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Charlottesville from Washington DC?

The distance from Charlottesville to Washington DC is 98.7 miles (158.9 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located NE of Charlottesville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 116.6 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Charlottesville in Virginia and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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. 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 Charlottesville 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.