Fuquay-Varina to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.2 miles 399.4 km · straight line
310.3 miles estimated 499.3 km · driving distance
6h 14min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
17° NNE bearing direction

How far is Fuquay-Varina from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Fuquay-Varina to Sterling, Virginia is 248.2 miles (399.4 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located NNE of Fuquay-Varina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 310.3 miles, taking about 6h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Fuquay-Varina in North Carolina and Sterling, Virginia 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 Fuquay-Varina and Sterling, Virginia. 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 Fuquay-Varina to Sterling, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 14min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 29min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 55min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fuquay-Varina & Sterling, Virginia

Quick Facts

Fuquay-Varina
35.58°N, 78.80°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
Sterling, Virginia
39.01°N, 77.43°W
America/New_York
89m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients