Distance from Virginia to Accra, Ghana: Why You Can’t Drive There

There is no driving route between Virginia (USA) and Accra, Ghana. The Atlantic Ocean separates the two locations by roughly 5,000 miles (8,000 km) as the crow flies.

Travel requires a flight. Typical itineraries connect through major hubs such as New York (JFK), Atlanta, London, or Istanbul, with total travel times ranging from 14 to 20+ hours depending on layovers.

If you need the straight-line (great-circle) distance for planning purposes, it’s approximately 5,100 miles (8,200 km) from the Washington, D.C. area to Accra.