How far is Sterling, VA from Charlottesville, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sterling and Charlottesville is 88.12 miles (141.82 km).
Flight distance from Sterling, VA to Charlottesville, VA is 88.12 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Sterling to Charlottesville with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sterling, Virginia to Charlottesville, Virginia is: 105.15 miles (169.22 km) by car.
Driving from Sterling to Charlottesville will take approximately 02 hours 09 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 Charlottesville
The capital of Virginia. It is located in the Piedmont region of the state. Charlottesville is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Virginia and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.
| Population | 46950 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°1'46"N 78°28'36"W |
| Latitude | 38.0293100 |
| Longitude | -78.4766800 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Charlottesville: (-78.476567,38.029526)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sterling and Charlottesville
The distance between Sterling and Charlottesville is 169 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 52 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 Charlottesville. The current time is 13:20:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 37 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.05 liters (3.71 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sterling and Charlottesville.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sterling to Charlottesville is $12.32 (diesel $15.92).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $12.32 | $13.96 | $15.27 | $15.92 |
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 November 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sterling and Charlottesville (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
