Germantown, Maryland to Leesburg, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Germantown, Maryland from Leesburg, Virginia?

The distance from Germantown, Maryland to Leesburg, Virginia is 16.2 miles (26 km) as the crow flies. Leesburg, Virginia is located WSW of Germantown, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 21 miles, taking about 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States — Germantown, Maryland in Maryland and Leesburg, Virginia in Virginia.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Germantown, Maryland and Leesburg, 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.