Danville, Virginia to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

205.7 miles 331 km · straight line
247.8 miles actual route 398.8 km · driving distance
5h 12min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
38° NE bearing direction

How far is Danville, Virginia from Washington DC?

The distance from Danville, Virginia to Washington DC is 205.7 miles (331 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located NE of Danville, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 247.8 miles, taking about 5h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Virginia in Virginia and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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 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 Danville, Virginia to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 12min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 14min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 56min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Virginia & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Danville, Virginia
36.59°N, 79.39°W
America/New_York
162m 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 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 121.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM