Washington DC to West Albany: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Washington DC from West Albany?

The distance from Washington DC to West Albany is 311.6 miles (501.4 km) as the crow flies. West Albany is located NNE of Washington DC. By car, the driving distance is approximately 367.5 miles, taking about 7h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Washington DC in District of Columbia and West Albany in New York.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Washington DC and West Albany. 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.