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Distance from Bull Run to Thornhill

Driving Distance
86.7 mi 139.5 km
Flying Distance
65.2 mi 105.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Bull Run, Maryland to Thornhill, Virginia is 86.7 mi (139.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 65.2 mi (105.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 48 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a west direction. Average speeds around 44 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Bull Run
State/Province Maryland
Country US
Latitude 38.337905
Longitude -76.791357
GPS 38.337905° N, 76.791357° W
Local Time 3:16 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Thornhill
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 38.154303
Longitude -77.968053
GPS 38.154303° N, 77.968053° W
Local Time 3:16 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Bull Run, Maryland to Thornhill, Virginia covers 86.7 mi (139.5 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 48 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (84.0-88.6 miles / 135-143 km). The primary route shown here saves 12 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 44 mph (71 km/h).

Available Routes

VA-3 W
86.7 mi 1 hour 48 minutes
Shortest Fastest Tolls
VA-208 W
88.6 mi 1 hour 52 minutes
Tolls
VA-3 W and Catharpin Rd
84 mi 1 hour 52 minutes
Tolls

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.