Saint Charles, Maryland to Sterling, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Saint Charles, Maryland from Sterling, Virginia?

The distance from Saint Charles, Maryland to Sterling, Virginia is 38.3 miles (61.7 km) as the crow flies. Sterling, Virginia is located NW of Saint Charles, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 49.8 miles, taking about 1h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States — Saint Charles, Maryland in Maryland and Sterling, Virginia in Virginia.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. 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 Saint Charles, Maryland 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.