Washington DC to Winnipeg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1242.7 miles 2000 km · straight line
1561.3 miles actual route 2512.7 km · driving distance
28h 53min estimated drive time
$150 - $185 estimated fuel cost
~3h 0min flight time
314° NW bearing direction

How far is Washington DC from Winnipeg?

The distance from Washington DC to Winnipeg is 1242.7 miles (2000 km) as the crow flies. Winnipeg is located NW of Washington DC. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1561.3 miles, taking about 28h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 0min. Washington DC is in District of Columbia, United States, while Winnipeg is in Manitoba, Canada.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Washington DC and Winnipeg. 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 Winnipeg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 53min $150 - $185 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~34h 40min $125–$234* Budget
Train ~37h 33min $187–$546* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Washington DC & Winnipeg

Quick Facts

Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
Winnipeg
49.90°N, 97.14°W
America/Winnipeg
238m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 414 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 104 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM