How far is Sterling, VA from Alexandria, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sterling and Alexandria is 24.79 miles (39.9 km).
Flight distance from Sterling, VA to Alexandria, VA is 24.79 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sterling, Virginia to Alexandria, Virginia is: 35.83 miles (57.67 km) by car.
Driving from Sterling to Alexandria will take approximately 00 hours 42 minutes.
#1 Sterling
Census-designated place in Loudoun County, Virginia, US
| Population | 27822 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°0'22"N 77°25'43"W |
| Latitude | 39.0062200 |
| Longitude | -77.4286000 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Alexandria: South Washington Street (-77.04696,38.804845)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sterling and Alexandria
The distance between Sterling and Alexandria is 58 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 38 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 Sterling and Alexandria. The current time is 02:46:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.79 liters (1.26 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sterling and Alexandria.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sterling to Alexandria is $4.2 (diesel $5.43).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $4.2 | $4.76 | $5.2 | $5.43 |
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sterling and Alexandria (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
