Elkton to Reston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

91.9 miles 147.9 km · straight line
114.9 miles estimated 184.9 km · driving distance
2h 19min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
242° WSW bearing direction

How far is Elkton from Reston?

The distance from Elkton to Reston is 91.9 miles (147.9 km) as the crow flies. Reston is located WSW of Elkton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 114.9 miles, taking about 2h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Elkton in Maryland and Reston in Virginia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Elkton 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 Elkton to Reston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 19min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 47min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 12min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Elkton & Reston

Quick Facts

Elkton
39.61°N, 75.83°W
America/New_York
8m 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 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 271 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients