How far is Sterling, VA from Arlington, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sterling and Arlington is 19.46 miles (31.31 km).
Flight distance from Sterling, VA to Arlington, VA is 19.46 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sterling, Virginia to Arlington, Virginia is: 24.36 miles (39.2 km) by car.
Driving from Sterling to Arlington will take approximately 00 hours 31 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 Arlington
A county in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Arlington is known for its many military bases, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Arlington National Cemetery and the Pentagon.
| Population | 229164 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°52'52"N 77°6'15"W |
| Latitude | 38.8810100 |
| Longitude | -77.1042800 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Arlington: Wilson Boulevard (-77.104347,38.881084)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sterling and Arlington
The distance between Sterling and Arlington is 39 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 26 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 Arlington. The current time is 11:23:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.25 liters (0.86 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sterling and Arlington.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sterling to Arlington is $2.85 (diesel $3.69).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $2.85 | $3.23 | $3.54 | $3.69 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sterling and Arlington (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
