Ossining to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

229.1 miles 368.7 km · straight line
261.1 miles actual route 420.2 km · driving distance
5h 37min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Ossining from Washington DC?

The distance from Ossining to Washington DC is 229.1 miles (368.7 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SW of Ossining. By car, the driving distance is approximately 261.1 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Ossining in New York and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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 Ossining 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.

How to Get from Ossining to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 37min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 44min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 20min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ossining & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Ossining
41.16°N, 73.86°W
America/New_York
49m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM