Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lancaster, Pennsylvania from Washington DC?

The distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Washington DC is 87.3 miles (140.5 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SSW of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 112.7 miles, taking about 2h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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 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.