Danville, Virginia to Reston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

199.2 miles 320.6 km · straight line
249 miles estimated 400.8 km · driving distance
5h 1min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
34° NNE bearing direction

How far is Danville, Virginia from Reston?

The distance from Danville, Virginia to Reston is 199.2 miles (320.6 km) as the crow flies. Reston is located NNE of Danville, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 249 miles, taking about 5h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Danville, Virginia and Reston. 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 Reston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 1min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 1min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 46min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Virginia & Reston

Quick Facts

Danville, Virginia
36.59°N, 79.39°W
America/New_York
162m elevation
Reston
38.97°N, 77.34°W
America/New_York
100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 125 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients