Harrisonburg to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

86.6 miles 139.4 km · straight line
108.3 miles estimated 174.3 km · driving distance
2h 11min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
63° ENE bearing direction

How far is Harrisonburg from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Harrisonburg to Sterling, Virginia is 86.6 miles (139.4 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located ENE of Harrisonburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 108.3 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 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 Harrisonburg to Sterling, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 11min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 37min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 4min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Harrisonburg & Sterling, Virginia

Quick Facts

Harrisonburg
38.45°N, 78.87°W
America/New_York
404m 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 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 287.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients