Reston to Wilson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.6 miles 364.6 km · straight line
283.2 miles estimated 455.8 km · driving distance
5h 42min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
188° S bearing direction

How far is Reston from Wilson?

The distance from Reston to Wilson is 226.6 miles (364.6 km) as the crow flies. Wilson is located S of Reston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 283.2 miles, taking about 5h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Reston in Virginia and Wilson in North Carolina.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Reston and Wilson. 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 Reston to Wilson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 42min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 50min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 25min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Reston & Wilson

Quick Facts

Reston
38.97°N, 77.34°W
America/New_York
100m elevation
Wilson
35.72°N, 77.92°W
America/New_York
33m 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 109.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients