Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lancaster, Pennsylvania from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Sterling, Virginia is 93.1 miles (149.8 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located SW of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 116.4 miles, taking about 2h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania and Sterling, Virginia in Virginia.

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. 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. 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania 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.