Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chatham, Ontario, Canada from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Sterling, Virginia is 342.6 miles (551.3 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located SE of Chatham, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 411.1 miles, taking about 8h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Chatham, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Sterling, Virginia is in Virginia, United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chatham, Ontario, Canada 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.