Cincinnati to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cincinnati from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Cincinnati to Sterling, Virginia is 380 miles (611.6 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located E of Cincinnati. By car, the driving distance is approximately 456 miles, taking about 9h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Cincinnati in Ohio and Sterling, Virginia in Virginia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cincinnati 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.