Dayton to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dayton from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Dayton to Sterling, Virginia is 364.8 miles (587.1 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located E of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 437.8 miles, taking about 8h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Dayton 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 Dayton 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.