New York to Reston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.1 miles 344.5 km · straight line
243.3 miles actual route 391.6 km · driving distance
5h 4min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
237° WSW bearing direction

How far is New York from Reston?

The distance from New York to Reston is 214.1 miles (344.5 km) as the crow flies. Reston is located WSW of New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 243.3 miles, taking about 5h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — New York in New York and Reston in Virginia.

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 New York and Reston. 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.

How to Get from New York to Reston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 4min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 5min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 49min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New York & Reston

Quick Facts

New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Reston
38.97°N, 77.34°W
America/New_York
100m 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 116.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM