How far is Washington from the coastline

Q: How far is Washington from the coastline?

A: Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States, is not located on the coastline. Washington, D.C. is located inland on the east coast of the United States, bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia to the east. If you're referring to the closest coastline distance to Washington, it will vary depending on the specific shoreline location. The nearest coastline can be either the Atlantic coastline or the coastline of Chesapeake Bay. For the Atlantic coastline, the closest point to Washington may be on a beach in Maryland or Virginia, about 100 to 200 miles (160 to 320 kilometers) or so by driving from Washington. The Chesapeake Bay coastline, which is closer to Washington, is about 40 to 50 miles (64 to 80 kilometers) away by car. In conclusion, the exact distance will depend on the specific destination and direction you are heading from Washington to the coastline.