Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Waldorf: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103.3 miles 166.3 km · straight line
129.2 miles estimated 207.9 km · driving distance
2h 36min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
199° SSW bearing direction

How far is Lancaster, Pennsylvania from Waldorf?

The distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Waldorf is 103.3 miles (166.3 km) as the crow flies. Waldorf is located SSW of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 129.2 miles, taking about 2h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania and Waldorf 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. 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 Waldorf. 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Waldorf

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 36min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 7min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 28min $16–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lancaster, Pennsylvania & Waldorf

Quick Facts

Lancaster, Pennsylvania
40.04°N, 76.31°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
Waldorf
38.62°N, 76.94°W
America/New_York
64m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 241 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients