Erie to Reston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

261.6 miles 421 km · straight line
327 miles estimated 526.3 km · driving distance
6h 35min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
146° SE bearing direction

How far is Erie from Reston?

The distance from Erie to Reston is 261.6 miles (421 km) as the crow flies. Reston is located SE of Erie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 327 miles, taking about 6h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Erie in Pennsylvania 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. 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 Erie 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 Erie to Reston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 35min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 54min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 15min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Erie & Reston

Quick Facts

Erie
42.13°N, 80.09°W
America/New_York
199m 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 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients