Frederick to Williamsburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

152.9 miles 246.1 km · straight line
191.1 miles estimated 307.6 km · driving distance
3h 51min estimated drive time
$18 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
165° SSE bearing direction

How far is Frederick from Williamsburg?

The distance from Frederick to Williamsburg is 152.9 miles (246.1 km) as the crow flies. Williamsburg is located SSE of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 191.1 miles, taking about 3h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland and Williamsburg 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. 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 Frederick and Williamsburg. 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 Frederick to Williamsburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 51min $18 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 37min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 39min $23–$67* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & Williamsburg

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
Williamsburg
37.27°N, 76.71°W
America/New_York
26m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 162.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients