Washington DC to West Milford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

208.7 miles 335.9 km · straight line
259 miles actual route 416.8 km · driving distance
5h 26min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
42° NE bearing direction

How far is Washington DC from West Milford?

The distance from Washington DC to West Milford is 208.7 miles (335.9 km) as the crow flies. West Milford is located NE of Washington DC. By car, the driving distance is approximately 259 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Washington DC in District of Columbia and West Milford in New Jersey.

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. 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 Milford. 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 Washington DC to West Milford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 26min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 31min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 10min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Washington DC & West Milford

Quick Facts

Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
West Milford
41.13°N, 74.37°W
America/New_York
212m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 119.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM