How far is Sterling, VA from Lynchburg, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sterling and Lynchburg is 144.08 miles (231.88 km).
Flight distance from Sterling, VA to Lynchburg, VA is 144.08 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Sterling to Lynchburg with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sterling, Virginia to Lynchburg, Virginia is: 168.56 miles (271.28 km) by car.
Driving from Sterling to Lynchburg will take approximately 03 hours 07 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 Lynchburg
The most populous city in Lynchburg, Virginia. It is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia. Lynchburg is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites
| Population | 81561 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°24'50"N 79°8'32"W |
| Latitude | 37.4137500 |
| Longitude | -79.1422500 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Lynchburg: 10th Street (-79.142183,37.413677)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sterling and Lynchburg
The distance between Sterling and Lynchburg is 271 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 00 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 Lynchburg. The current time is 17:40:52.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 48 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.52 liters (5.95 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sterling and Lynchburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sterling to Lynchburg is $19.75 (diesel $25.53).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $19.75 | $22.38 | $24.48 | $25.53 |
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 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sterling and Lynchburg (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
