Fairmont to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

171 miles 275.2 km · straight line
222.1 miles actual route 357.4 km · driving distance
4h 22min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
103° ESE bearing direction

How far is Fairmont from Washington DC?

The distance from Fairmont to Washington DC is 171 miles (275.2 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located ESE of Fairmont. By car, the driving distance is approximately 222.1 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Fairmont in West Virginia 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Fairmont 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 Fairmont to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 22min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 14min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 9min $27–$78* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fairmont & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Fairmont
39.49°N, 80.14°W
America/New_York
300m 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 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 145.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM