Washington, D.C. road trips
Best Road Trips in Washington, D.C.
20 popular Washington, D.C. drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $3.55/gal.
Editor's picks
Top Washington, D.C. Drives Right Now
Curated short-distance Washington, D.C. routes — the most popular, lowest-cost picks.
Pittsburgh, PA → Washington, DC
223 mi · 3.6 h · ~$28 gas
Washington, DC → Raleigh, NC
275 mi · 4.4 h · ~$35 gas
Washington, DC → Atlantic City, NJ
170 mi · 2.7 h · ~$22 gas
Washington, DC → Virginia Beach, VA
181 mi · 2.9 h · ~$23 gas
Roanoke, VA → Washington, DC
229 mi · 3.7 h · ~$29 gas
Washington, DC → Cleveland, OH
358 mi · 5.8 h · ~$45 gas
Our Washington, D.C. road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between Washington, D.C. metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $3.55/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $3.55/gal Washington, D.C. regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major Washington, D.C. origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
Washington → Miami
The headline Washington, D.C. road trip — 1094 miles, about 17.6 hours of driving and roughly $139 in gas at $3.55/gal.
More top Washington, D.C. drives (19)
Washington → Portland
568 mi · ~9.2 h · ~$72 gas
Open tripWashington → Burlington
510 mi · ~8.2 h · ~$65 gas
Open tripWashington → Manchester
478 mi · ~7.7 h · ~$61 gas
Open tripBoston → Washington
465 mi · ~7.5 h · ~$59 gas
Open tripWashington → Providence
422 mi · ~6.8 h · ~$54 gas
Open tripWashington → Albany
366 mi · ~5.9 h · ~$46 gas
Open tripWashington → Hartford
357 mi · ~5.8 h · ~$45 gas
Open tripWashington → Rochester
348 mi · ~5.6 h · ~$44 gas
Open tripWashington → Buffalo
344 mi · ~5.5 h · ~$44 gas
Open tripWashington → Syracuse
342 mi · ~5.5 h · ~$43 gas
Open tripWashington → Newark
234 mi · ~3.8 h · ~$30 gas
Open tripNew York → Washington
225 mi · ~4.2 h · ~$29 gas
Open tripWashington → Pittsburgh
223 mi · ~3.6 h · ~$28 gas
Open tripWashington → Scranton
221 mi · ~3.6 h · ~$28 gas
Open tripWashington → Atlantic City
170 mi · ~2.7 h · ~$22 gas
Open tripPhiladelphia → Washington
140 mi · ~2.5 h · ~$18 gas
Open tripWashington → Wilmington
116 mi · ~1.9 h · ~$15 gas
Open tripWashington → Harrisburg
111 mi · ~1.8 h · ~$14 gas
Open tripWashington → Baltimore
41 mi · ~0.7 h · ~$5 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in Washington, D.C.
Top Washington, D.C. road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $3.55/gal.
Cheapest Washington, D.C. road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from Washington, D.C..
Long-distance road trips from Washington, D.C.
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near Washington, D.C. — Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania.
Gas prices in Washington, D.C.
Estimated regular at $3.55/gal · premium $4.25 · diesel $4.00.
Best vehicles for Washington, D.C. drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in Washington, D.C.
Daily driving cost estimates for major Washington, D.C.-area cities.
EV vs gas in Washington, D.C.
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for Washington, D.C. trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a Washington, D.C. road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of Washington, D.C.. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a Washington, D.C. road trip cost in fuel?
At Washington, D.C.'s estimated $3.55/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $12.68 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is Washington, D.C. EV-friendly for road trips?
Yes — most popular Washington, D.C. routes have solid DC fast-charging coverage. Check our EV-friendly routes collection for the strongest picks.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.