Elmira to Reston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

217.5 miles 350 km · straight line
271.8 miles estimated 437.5 km · driving distance
5h 28min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
188° S bearing direction

How far is Elmira from Reston?

The distance from Elmira to Reston is 217.5 miles (350 km) as the crow flies. Reston is located S of Elmira. By car, the driving distance is approximately 271.8 miles, taking about 5h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Elmira in New York and Reston in Virginia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Elmira 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 Elmira to Reston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 28min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 34min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 12min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Elmira & Reston

Quick Facts

Elmira
42.09°N, 76.81°W
America/New_York
260m 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 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients