Lake Ridge to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

20.7 miles 33.3 km · straight line
26.5 miles actual route 42.6 km · driving distance
37min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
43° NE bearing direction

How far is Lake Ridge from Washington DC?

The distance from Lake Ridge to Washington DC is 20.7 miles (33.3 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located NE of Lake Ridge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 26.5 miles, taking about 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States — Lake Ridge in Virginia and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Lake Ridge 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 Lake Ridge to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 37min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Lake Ridge & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Lake Ridge
38.69°N, 77.30°W
America/New_York
85m 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 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM