Salisbury, Maryland to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

86.3 miles 138.9 km · straight line
117.6 miles actual route 189.2 km · driving distance
2h 45min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
296° WNW bearing direction

How far is Salisbury, Maryland from Washington DC?

The distance from Salisbury, Maryland to Washington DC is 86.3 miles (138.9 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located WNW of Salisbury, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 117.6 miles, taking about 2h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Salisbury, Maryland in Maryland and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Salisbury, Maryland 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 Salisbury, Maryland to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 45min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 18min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 37min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Salisbury, Maryland & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Salisbury, Maryland
38.36°N, 75.60°W
America/New_York
7m 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 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 288.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM