North Stamford to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

252.7 miles 406.7 km · straight line
315.9 miles estimated 508.4 km · driving distance
6h 21min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
236° SW bearing direction

How far is North Stamford from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from North Stamford to Sterling, Virginia is 252.7 miles (406.7 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located SW of North Stamford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315.9 miles, taking about 6h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — North Stamford in Connecticut and Sterling, Virginia 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for North Stamford 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.

How to Get from North Stamford to Sterling, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 21min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 37min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 2min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between North Stamford & Sterling, Virginia

Quick Facts

North Stamford
41.14°N, 73.54°W
America/New_York
75m elevation
Sterling, Virginia
39.01°N, 77.43°W
America/New_York
89m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients