How much does it cost to drive from New York to Washington?

Driving fuel + tolls cost is estimated from current regional average gas prices in DC and your vehicle's MPG.

How far is New York from Washington?

Approximate driving distance and time are computed from modelled highway routing.

Cost to drive

New York to Washingtonin a 2025 Toyota Camry

Fuel-cost estimate from New York, NY to Washington, DC driving a 2025 Toyota Camry, using current regional average fuel prices for DC, modelled highway distance, tolls, and recommended refuel stops along the route.

Total cost

$29.75

Distance

242 mi

Drive time

4h 2m

Fuel

7.6 gal

Gas: $3.45/gal

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Make

Model

Year

Fuel

gas

Efficiency

32 MPG

Tank

15.8 gal

Range

506 mi

Cost breakdown

Fuel (7.6 gal @ $3.45/gal route avg)$26.12

Tolls (estimated)$3.63

Cost per mile$0.123

Refuel stops0

Range per fill506 mi

Vehicle

Make / ModelToyota Camry

Year2025

Fuel typegas

MPG (combined)32

Tank (gal)15.8

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Driving from New York, NY to Washington, DC costs about $29.75 one way in fuel and tolls for a Toyota Camry at current regional gas prices.