Petersburg to Pittsburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262.2 miles 422 km · straight line
327.8 miles estimated 527.5 km · driving distance
6h 36min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
329° NNW bearing direction

How far is Petersburg from Pittsburgh?

The distance from Petersburg to Pittsburgh is 262.2 miles (422 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburgh is located NNW of Petersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 327.8 miles, taking about 6h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Petersburg in Virginia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

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 Petersburg and Pittsburgh. 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 Petersburg to Pittsburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 36min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 55min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 16min $39–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Petersburg & Pittsburgh

Quick Facts

Petersburg
37.23°N, 77.40°W
America/New_York
22m elevation
Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients