How far is Fairfax, VA from Harrisonburg, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fairfax and Harrisonburg is 88.66 miles (142.68 km).
Flight distance from Fairfax, VA to Harrisonburg, VA is 88.66 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Fairfax to Harrisonburg with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fairfax, Virginia to Harrisonburg, Virginia is: 115.23 miles (185.45 km) by car.
Driving from Fairfax to Harrisonburg will take approximately 01 hours 49 minutes.
#1 Fairfax
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 23429 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°50'46"N 77°18'23"W |
| Latitude | 38.8462200 |
| Longitude | -77.3063700 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harrisonburg
The most populous city in Virginia. It is located on the Shenandoah River in the Shenandoah Valley region of the state. Harrisonburg is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Harrisonburg Historical Society and the Harrisonburg Museum of Art.
| Population | 53204 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°26'58"N 78°52'8"W |
| Latitude | 38.4495700 |
| Longitude | -78.8689200 |
| Altitude | 404 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Harrisonburg: North Main Street (-78.868577,38.449511)
Estimated Travel Time Between Fairfax and Harrisonburg
The distance between Fairfax and Harrisonburg is 185 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 03 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 Fairfax and Harrisonburg. The current time is 06:42:50.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 26 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 15.39 liters (4.07 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fairfax and Harrisonburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fairfax to Harrisonburg is $13.5 (diesel $17.45).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $13.5 | $15.3 | $16.74 | $17.45 |
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 April 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Fairfax and Harrisonburg (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
