Petersburg to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Petersburg from Washington DC?

The distance from Petersburg to Washington DC is 117.7 miles (189.4 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located N of Petersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 131.2 miles, taking about 2h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Petersburg in Virginia 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. 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 Petersburg 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.