Distance from New York City to Alexandria by Car and Plane

The flight distance from New York City (NY) to Alexandria (VA) is 210 miles or 337 kilometers or 182 nautical miles.
Driving distance from New York City to Alexandria is 234 miles (377 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 24 miles or 40 km.

Flight distance from New York City, NY to Alexandria, VA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between New York City and Alexandria is 210 miles or 337 km.
The nearest airport to New York City, is John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and the nearest airport to Alexandria, is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

What is the average flight time from New York City to Alexandria?

Flight time from New York City, NY to Alexandria, VA is 0 hours 28 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

New York City to Alexandria Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from New York City, NY to Alexandria, VA

The driving distance from New York City, New York to Alexandria, Virginia is 234 miles or 377 km.
The total driving distance from New York City, NY to Alexandria, VA is 234 miles or 377 kilometers. Your trip begins in New York City, New York. It ends in Alexandria, Virginia.
The driving distance from New York City, New York to Alexandria, Virginia is approximately 234 miles (377 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 5 to 6 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from New York City, NY to Alexandria, VA

How long is the drive from New York City, NY to Alexandria, VA?
The total driving time is 5 hours, 4 minutes.
How long does a car ride from New York City to Alexandria take?
New York City and Alexandria are 5 hours 4 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 New York City and Alexandria

Time difference between New York City (NY) and Alexandria (VA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in New York CityCurrent local time in Alexandria
2025-12-19, 07:15:18 EST2025-12-19, 07:15:18 EST
How Far is it Between New York City New York, USA and Alexandria Virginia, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between New York City, NY and Alexandria, VA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 234 mi 377 km 203.21 nmi
Straight line distance 210 mi 337 km 182 nmi
Difference 24 mi 40 km 21 nmi

New York City Details

New York City is located in New York, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 40° 39' 48.5'' Longitude: W 73° 56' 19.3''
Latitude40.66347
Longitude-73.9387
StateNew York
Nearest airports to New York City

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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 New York City, NY and Alexandria, VA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 7 hours 51 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 5 hours 53 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 5 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 4 hours 42 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 4 hours 17 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 3 hours 55 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 3 hours 37 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 3 hours 21 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 3 hours 8 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 2 hours 56 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 2 hours 46 minutes