The drive from Huntsville to Washington DC is a 1,100-kilometer journey northeast. You will take I-65 North to I-81 North. The drive takes about 11 hours. You will pass through Tennessee, Virginia, and Maryland.
Total Distance: 1,100 km driving distance; 950 km straight-line air distance.
The drive through the Blue Ridge Mountains is very scenic.
Spring is perfect for the Cherry Blossom Festival.