How far is Galax, VA from Alexandria, VA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Galax and Alexandria is 258.45 miles (415.94 km).

Flight distance from Galax, VA to Alexandria, VA is 258.45 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 39 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 35 minutes to travel from Galax to Alexandria with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Galax, Virginia to Alexandria, Virginia is: 325.1 miles (523.2 km) by car.

Driving from Galax to Alexandria will take approximately 05 hours 19 minutes.

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#1 Galax

Independent city in Virginia, United States

Population 6296
GPS Coordinates 36°39'40"N 80°55'26"W
Latitude 36.6612400
Longitude -80.9239700
Altitude 723
Country United States
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#2 Alexandria

A city in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Alexandria is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the Alexandria Museum of Art.

Population 158726
GPS Coordinates 38°48'17"N 77°2'49"W
Latitude 38.8048400
Longitude -77.0469200
Altitude 12
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Galax and Alexandria

The distance between Galax and Alexandria is 523 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 48 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Galax and Alexandria. The current time is 22:56:23.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 10 hours 49 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 08 hours 07 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 06 hours 30 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 05 hours 25 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 04 hours 38 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 04 hours 20 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 04 hours 03 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 43.43 liters (11.47 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Galax and Alexandria.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Galax to Alexandria is $38.09 (diesel $49.24).

Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.32 $3.76 $4.12 $4.29
Total $38.09 $43.17 $47.22 $49.24

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.320 (Diesel $4.292) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Galax and Alexandria (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Leesburg, VA to Galax 293.88 miles (473 km)

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Driving distance from Newport News, VA to Galax 309.45 miles (498 km)

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Driving distance from Norfolk, VA to Galax 300.68 miles (484 km)

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