Greensboro to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.3 miles 398 km · straight line
309.3 miles actual route 497.8 km · driving distance
5h 58min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
37° NE bearing direction

How far is Greensboro from Washington DC?

The distance from Greensboro to Washington DC is 247.3 miles (398 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located NE of Greensboro. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309.3 miles, taking about 5h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Greensboro in North Carolina 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Greensboro 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 Greensboro to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 58min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 10min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 40min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Greensboro & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Greensboro
36.07°N, 79.79°W
America/New_York
270m 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 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM