Harrisonburg to Portsmouth, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.8 miles 360.2 km · straight line
279.8 miles estimated 450.3 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
276° W bearing direction

How far is Harrisonburg from Portsmouth, Ohio?

The distance from Harrisonburg to Portsmouth, Ohio is 223.8 miles (360.2 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, Ohio is located W of Harrisonburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.8 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Harrisonburg in Virginia and Portsmouth, Ohio in Ohio.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Harrisonburg and Portsmouth, Ohio. 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 Portsmouth, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Harrisonburg & Portsmouth, Ohio

Quick Facts

Harrisonburg
38.45°N, 78.87°W
America/New_York
404m elevation
Portsmouth, Ohio
38.73°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
162m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients