Driving from Manhattan to Alexandria
Alexandria lies 343 km (213 mi) south-west of Manhattan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 39 min without stops, over roughly 418 km (260 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Manhattan | Alexandria | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.5 million | 159,467 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
Where to book car hire from Manhattan to Alexandria
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Staying in Alexandria
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Common questions
How far is Alexandria from Manhattan?
343 km (213 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Manhattan; by road roughly 418 km (260 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Alexandria by car?
About 4 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manhattan and Alexandria?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.