Damascus to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

27.8 miles 44.8 km · straight line
34.1 miles actual route 54.9 km · driving distance
59min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
161° SSE bearing direction

How far is Damascus from Washington DC?

The distance from Damascus to Washington DC is 27.8 miles (44.8 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SSE of Damascus. By car, the driving distance is approximately 34.1 miles, taking about 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States — Damascus in Maryland and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Damascus 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 Damascus to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 59min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Damascus & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Damascus
39.29°N, 77.20°W
America/New_York
264m 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 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 894.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM