How far is Sterling, VA from McLean, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sterling and McLean is 14.38 miles (23.14 km).
Flight distance from Sterling, VA to McLean, VA is 14.38 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sterling, Virginia to McLean, Virginia is: 18.93 miles (30.47 km) by car.
Driving from Sterling to McLean will take approximately 00 hours 24 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 McLean
A city in Fairfax County, Virginia. It is located in the Washington metropolitan area. McLean is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the McLean Historical Society and the McLean Community Center.
| Population | 48115 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°56'3"N 77°10'39"W |
| Latitude | 38.9342800 |
| Longitude | -77.1774800 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in McLean: Elm Street (-77.177466,38.934287)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sterling and McLean
The distance between Sterling and McLean is 30 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 20 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 McLean. The current time is 22:34:48.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.53 liters (0.67 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sterling and McLean.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sterling to McLean is $2.22 (diesel $2.87).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $2.22 | $2.51 | $2.75 | $2.87 |
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 McLean (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
