Distance from Boston to Alexandria by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Boston (MA) to Alexandria (VA) is 399 miles or 642 kilometers or 347 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Boston to Alexandria is 445 miles (717 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 46 miles or 75 km.

Flight distance from Boston, MA to Alexandria, VA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Boston and Alexandria is 399 miles or 642 km.
The nearest airport to Boston, is Logan International Airport (BOS) and the nearest airport to Alexandria, is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

What is the average flight time from Boston to Alexandria?

Flight time from Boston, MA to Alexandria, VA is 0 hours 55 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Boston to Alexandria Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Boston, MA and Alexandria, VA
This map shows the distance from Boston, MA, Usa to Alexandria, VA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Boston, Massachusetts to Alexandria, Virginia is displayed below.

Driving distance from Boston, MA to Alexandria, VA

The driving distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Alexandria, Virginia is 445 miles or 717 km.
The total driving distance from Boston, MA to Alexandria, VA is 445 miles or 717 kilometers. Your trip begins in Boston, Massachusetts. It ends in Alexandria, Virginia.
The driving distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Alexandria, Virginia is approximately 445 miles (717 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 9 to 10 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Boston, MA to Alexandria, VA

How long is the drive from Boston, MA to Alexandria, VA?
The total driving time is 9 hours, 15 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Boston to Alexandria take?
Boston and Alexandria are 9 hours 15 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Boston and Alexandria

Time difference between Boston (MA) and Alexandria (VA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in BostonCurrent local time in Alexandria
2025-12-19, 20:42:22 EST2025-12-19, 20:42:22 EST
How Far is it Between Boston Massachusetts, USA and Alexandria Virginia, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Boston, MA and Alexandria, VA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 445 mi 717 km 386.44 nmi
Straight line distance 399 mi 642 km 347 nmi
Difference 46 mi 75 km 39 nmi

Boston Details

Boston is located in Massachusetts, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 21' 30.3'' Longitude: W 71° 3' 35.2''
Latitude42.35843
Longitude-71.05977
StateMassachusetts
Nearest airports to Boston

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Alexandria Details

Alexandria is located in Virginia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 38° 48' 17.4'' Longitude: W 77° 2' 48.9''
Latitude38.80484
Longitude-77.04692
StateVirginia
Nearest airports to Alexandria

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Boston, MA and Alexandria, VA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 14 hours 56 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 11 hours 12 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 9 hours 57 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 8 hours 57 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 8 hours 8 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 7 hours 28 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 6 hours 53 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 6 hours 24 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 5 hours 58 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 5 hours 36 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 5 hours 16 minutes