Moving from Pittsburgh, PA to Washington, DC
Your Complete Guide
247
Miles
4.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-95 South / I-80 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Pittsburgh, PA
Washington, DC
Cost of Living Index
89
152
Median Home Price
$210,000
$620,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,100/mo
$2,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$155
Grocery Index
98
108
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 247-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Pittsburgh, PA and Washington, DC.
Baltimore, MD
Charm City, a historic port city with a revitalized Inner Harbor and world-class museums. Known for its blue crabs and distinct neighborhoods.
Inner Harbor, blue crabs, Fort McHenry, and Johns Hopkins
State Transition Guide: Pennsylvania → District of Columbia
Moving from Pennsylvania to District of Columbia? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in District of Columbia
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in District of Columbia
Vehicle inspection: Required every 2 years
Things to Know About District of Columbia
- Residents pay federal taxes but have no voting representation in Congress
- Reciprocity agreements affect income taxes for commuters from VA and MD
- Parking is extremely limited and expensive—public transit is essential
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 247 miles via I-95 South / I-80 East, taking about 4.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.