Loading...
Calculating Your Route
Finding the best route
Verifying Locations

Just a moment while we calculate your route...

Distance from Bull Run to Capitol Heights

Driving Distance
47.1 mi 75.8 km
Flying Distance
38.3 mi 61.7 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Bull Run, Maryland to Capitol Heights, Maryland is 47.1 mi (75.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 38.3 mi (61.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 5 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 10 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a north direction. Average speeds around 37 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


No image available
Place Bull Run
State/Province Maryland
Country US
Latitude 38.337905
Longitude -76.791357
GPS 38.337905° N, 76.791357° W
Local Time 1:08 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Capitol Heights
Place Capitol Heights
State/Province Maryland
Country US
Latitude 38.885112
Longitude -76.915807
GPS 38.885112° N, 76.915807° W
Local Time 1:08 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Bull Run, Maryland to Capitol Heights, Maryland covers 47.1 mi (75.8 km) in a north direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (46.9-53.4 miles / 76-86 km). The primary route shown here saves 9 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 37 mph (60 km/h).

Available Routes

Mechanicsville Rd and MD-5 N
47.1 mi 1 hour 10 minutes
Shortest
US-301 N
53.4 mi 1 hour 18 minutes
MD-5 N
46.9 mi 1 hour 10 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.