Harrisonburg to Laurel, Maryland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.7 miles 189.5 km · straight line
147.2 miles estimated 236.9 km · driving distance
2h 58min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
67° ENE bearing direction

How far is Harrisonburg from Laurel, Maryland?

The distance from Harrisonburg to Laurel, Maryland is 117.7 miles (189.5 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Maryland is located ENE of Harrisonburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 147.2 miles, taking about 2h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Harrisonburg in Virginia and Laurel, Maryland in Maryland.

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 Harrisonburg and Laurel, Maryland. 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 Harrisonburg to Laurel, Maryland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 58min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 34min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 49min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Harrisonburg & Laurel, Maryland

Quick Facts

Harrisonburg
38.45°N, 78.87°W
America/New_York
404m elevation
Laurel, Maryland
39.10°N, 76.85°W
America/New_York
51m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 211.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients