Danville, Virginia to Frederick: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.3 miles 359.3 km · straight line
279.1 miles estimated 449.1 km · driving distance
5h 37min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
28° NNE bearing direction

How far is Danville, Virginia from Frederick?

The distance from Danville, Virginia to Frederick is 223.3 miles (359.3 km) as the crow flies. Frederick is located NNE of Danville, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.1 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Virginia in Virginia and Frederick in Maryland.

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 Danville, Virginia and Frederick. 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.

How to Get from Danville, Virginia to Frederick

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 37min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 44min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 20min $33–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Virginia & Frederick

Quick Facts

Danville, Virginia
36.59°N, 79.39°W
America/New_York
162m elevation
Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients