Distance from Washington to Nashville by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Washington (DC) to Nashville (TN) is 568 miles or 913 kilometers or 493 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Washington to Nashville is 666 miles (1072 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 98 miles or 159 km.

Flight distance from Washington, DC to Nashville, TN in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Washington and Nashville is 568 miles or 913 km.
The nearest airport to Washington, is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and the nearest airport to Nashville, is Nashville International Airport (BNA).

What is the average flight time from Washington to Nashville?

Flight time from Washington, DC to Nashville, TN is 1 hours 18 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Washington to Nashville Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Washington, DC and Nashville, TN
This map shows the distance from Washington, DC, Usa to Nashville, TN, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Washington, District of Columbia to Nashville, Tennessee is displayed below.

Driving distance from Washington, DC to Nashville, TN

The driving distance from Washington, District of Columbia to Nashville, Tennessee is 666 miles or 1072 km.
The total driving distance from Washington, DC to Nashville, TN is 666 miles or 1072 kilometers. Your trip begins in Washington, District of Columbia. It ends in Nashville, Tennessee.
The driving distance from Washington, District of Columbia to Nashville, Tennessee is approximately 666 miles (1072 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 12 to 13 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Washington, DC to Nashville, TN

How long is the drive from Washington, DC to Nashville, TN?
The total driving time is 12 hours, 18 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Washington to Nashville take?
Washington and Nashville are 12 hours 18 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 Washington and Nashville

Time difference between Washington (DC) and Nashville (TN) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in WashingtonCurrent local time in Nashville
2025-12-19, 07:15:18 EST2025-12-19, 07:15:18 EST
How Far is it Between Washington District of Columbia, USA and Nashville Tennessee, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Washington, DC and Nashville, TN in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 666 mi 1072 km 578.35 nmi
Straight line distance 568 mi 913 km 493 nmi
Difference 98 mi 159 km 85 nmi

Washington Details

Washington is located in District of Columbia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 38° 54' 15.3'' Longitude: W 77° 0' 59.5''
Latitude38.90425
Longitude-77.01652
StateDistrict of Columbia
Nearest airports to Washington

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Nashville Details

Nashville is located in Tennessee, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 36° 10' 8.9'' Longitude: W 86° 47' 5.2''
Latitude36.16913
Longitude-86.78479
StateTennessee
Nearest airports to Nashville

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Washington, DC and Nashville, TN
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 22 hours 20 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 16 hours 45 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 14 hours 53 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 13 hours 24 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 12 hours 10 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 11 hours 10 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 10 hours 18 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 9 hours 34 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 8 hours 56 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 8 hours 22 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 7 hours 52 minutes