New Bedford to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Bedford from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from New Bedford to Sterling, Virginia is 387.5 miles (623.7 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located WSW of New Bedford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 465 miles, taking about 9h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — New Bedford in Massachusetts and Sterling, Virginia in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for New Bedford 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.