East Meadow to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

222.8 miles 358.6 km · straight line
252.6 miles actual route 406.6 km · driving distance
5h 29min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
237° WSW bearing direction

How far is East Meadow from Washington DC?

The distance from East Meadow to Washington DC is 222.8 miles (358.6 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located WSW of East Meadow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 252.6 miles, taking about 5h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — East Meadow in New York 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for East Meadow 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 East Meadow to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 29min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 35min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~5h 13min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between East Meadow & Washington DC

Quick Facts

East Meadow
40.71°N, 73.56°W
America/New_York
22m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM