Trip from Alexandria, VA to Concord, VA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

Distance

198.1 mi

319 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 47m ★

6 AM

4h 0m

8 AM

4h 26m

10 AM

4h 9m

12 PM

4h 7m

3 PM

4h 11m

5 PM

4h 25m

8 PM

3h 52m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 198.1-mile drive from Alexandria, VA, to Concord, VA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours to complete. The route primarily utilizes I-95, Anderson Highway, and Maidens Road, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $31, this journey through Virginia's Southeast region is an economical option for a quick getaway. Given its reasonable duration, it's well-suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and pacing.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

99 miles from Alexandria, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 198.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a varied driving experience on this 198.1-mile journey. Nearly half of the drive, about 49%, is on the interstate, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 86.5 miles on I-95. As you transition to roads like Anderson Highway and Maidens Road, the character shifts from faster highway speeds to a more mixed, potentially slower pace. This blend means you'll encounter both efficient travel and more local road conditions.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 86.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 198.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.6 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 27 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.9 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 495 West, I 95 North, I 495 East: Richmond, Baltimore

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, I 495 West, I 95 North, I 49...

1 mi into trip | ~3m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, I 495 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 95 South, I 495 West

6.6 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 95

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.

93.1 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Take the exit toward I 295 North: Charlottesville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 84B Toward I 295 North: Charlottesville

112.8 mi into trip | ~2h 12m in

Take the exit toward SR 617: Oilville, Goochland

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 167 Toward SR 617: Oilville, Goochland

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Alexandria, VA to Concord, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Goochland along the way.

Goochland

112.8 mi in | ~2h 12m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	86.5 mi	1h 37m
Anderson Highway	24.7 mi	31m
Maidens Road	11.6 mi	16m
Old Courthouse Road	10 mi	11m
I 64	9.9 mi	10m
Richmond Highway	8.6 mi	10m
Mount Rush Highway	8.6 mi	9m
East James Anderson Highway	8.1 mi	9m

Longest stretch: I 95 — 86.5 mi, about 1h 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, VA and Concord, VA.

Start on VA 400

75 ft · 6 sec · South Washington Street

Turn right onto King Street

314 ft · 14 sec · King Street

Turn right onto South Saint Asaph Street

0.2 mi · 41 sec · South Saint Asaph Street

Turn right onto Duke Street

334 ft · 18 sec · Duke Street

Turn left onto VA 400

0.2 mi · 50 sec · South Washington Street

Turn right onto Gibbon Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · Gibbon Street

Turn left onto US 1

0.2 mi · 34 sec · South Patrick Street

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

438 ft · 10 sec

Toward I 95 South, I 495 West, I 95 North, I 495 East: Richmond, Baltimore Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 95 South, I 495 West Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 95; I 495

5.0 mi · 6 min · Capital Beltway (Local)

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

37 mi · 43 min · I 95

Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

49 mi · 53 min · I 95

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 59 sec

Exit 84B Toward I 295 North: Charlottesville Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward US 1 South: Richmond

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 295

8.1 mi · 8 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 55 sec

Exit 53A Toward I 64 West: Charlottesville

Merge onto I 64

9.9 mi · 10 min · I 64

Toward I 64 West: Charlottesville

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Exit 167 Toward SR 617: Oilville, Goochland Use the slight right lane.

At end of road, turn left onto SR 617

0.6 mi · 1 min · Oilville Road

At end of road, turn right onto US 250

0.8 mi · 1 min · Broad Street Road

Turn left onto SR 632

3.5 mi · 4 min · Fairground Road

Turn left onto SR 634

12 mi · 16 min · Maidens Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn right onto US 60

25 mi · 31 min · Anderson Highway

Continue on US 60

8.1 mi · 9 min · East James Anderson Highway

Continue on US 60

7.8 mi · 9 min · West James Anderson Highway

Turn slight left onto VA 24

8.6 mi · 9 min · Mount Rush Highway

Continue on VA 24

10 mi · 11 min · Old Courthouse Road

Take the exit onto VA 24

0.2 mi · 29 sec · VA 24

Toward US 460 West, VA 24 West

Merge onto US 460; VA 24

8.6 mi · 10 min · Richmond Highway

Turn left onto VA 24

0.5 mi · 59 sec · Village Highway

Turn left onto SR 609

73 ft · 2 sec · Phoebe Pond Road

Arrive at destination

SR 609

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour drive, starting your trip in the morning allows ample time to reach Concord without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to decide when and where to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto Anderson Highway and Maidens Road, as services might be less frequent than on I-95. The $31 fuel estimate is a good baseline for budgeting your expenses for this trip.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 99 miles from Alexandria, VA, or about 1h 57m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.5 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 44 miles or 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 99 miles or 1h 57m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Alexandria, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Alexandria, VA

This is one driving day of about 198.1 miles and 4h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Alexandria, VA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 86.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 99 mi from Alexandria, VA · 1h 57m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ashland, VA

99 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Woodbridge, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ashland, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 99 miles from Alexandria, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.5 miles.

Arriving in Concord, VA

The final approach into Concord, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Concord, VA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 184.4

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.98 one way

$61.96 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 69 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$33.87	$67.74
premium	$4.70	$36.66	$73.33
diesel	$5.61	$43.74	$87.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 69.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	59.4	$20.80	$9.51
Efficient EV	49.5	$17.33	$7.92
EV Truck/SUV	79.2	$27.73	$12.68

Gas CO2

69 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Alexandria, VA

Evening in Alexandria on Thursday

Local time

6:03 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Concord, VA

Evening in Concord on Thursday

Local time

6:03 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

53°F

Ashland, VA

99 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

19 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Alexandria, VA to Concord, VA covers 198.1 miles and takes about 4h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, Anderson Highway, Maidens Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 99 miles from Alexandria, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Alexandria, VA to Concord, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Goochland along the way.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Appomattox Court House National Historical Park.

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Trip from Alexandria, VA to Concord, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Concord, VA

National Parks Near This Route

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Alexandria, VA

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Same local time

19 degrees cooler at arrival

4h on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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