Leesburg, Virginia to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

211.7 miles 340.7 km · straight line
264.6 miles estimated 425.9 km · driving distance
5h 19min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
57° ENE bearing direction

How far is Leesburg, Virginia from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from Leesburg, Virginia to Newark, New Jersey is 211.7 miles (340.7 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located ENE of Leesburg, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 264.6 miles, taking about 5h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Leesburg, Virginia in Virginia and Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Leesburg, Virginia and Newark, New Jersey. 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 Leesburg, Virginia to Newark, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 19min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 23min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 3min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leesburg, Virginia & Newark, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Leesburg, Virginia
39.12°N, 77.56°W
America/New_York
104m elevation
Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 117.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients