Origin
Alexandria, VA
Morning in Alexandria on Saturday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Alexandria, VA to Glasgow, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 56m
Distance
206.7 mi
333 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 43m
★
6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 3m
3 PM
4h 7m
5 PM
4h 21m
8 PM
3h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alexandria, VA
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Glasgow, VA
Sinitta Leunen
Trip Overview
The drive from Alexandria, VA to Glasgow, VA covers 206.7 miles and takes about 3h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on King Street, South Saint Asaph Street, Gibbon Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
103.4 miles from Alexandria, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 56m. Total distance: 206.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 56m drive with frequent turns across 206.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
King Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 56m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alexandria, VA to Glasgow, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| King Street | — | — |
| South Saint Asaph Street | — | — |
| Gibbon Street | — | — |
| South Patrick Street | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| Capital Beltway (Local) | — | — |
| Capital Beltway | — | — |
| I 66 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
King Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, VA and Glasgow, VA.
1
Start on South Washington Street
75 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Washington Street
2
Turn right onto King Street
315 ft
·
15 sec
·
King Street
3
Turn right onto South Saint Asaph Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Saint Asaph Street
4
Turn right onto Gibbon Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Gibbon Street
5
Turn left onto South Patrick Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Patrick Street
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South, I 495 West, I 95 North, I 495 East: Richmond, Baltimore
436 ft
·
11 sec
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I 95 South, I 495 West, I 95 North, I 495 East: Richmond, Baltimore
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South, I 495 West
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 South, I 495 West
8
Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway (Local)
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Capital Beltway (Local)
9
Keep slight right to continue on Capital Beltway
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
Capital Beltway
10
Continue on Capital Beltway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Capital Beltway
11
Keep slight right to continue on Capital Beltway
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Capital Beltway
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 66 West: Vienna, Front Royal
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 66 West: Vienna, Front Royal
13
Merge slight left
64 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 South: Roanoke
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 81 South: Roanoke
15
Merge slight right onto I 81 South: Roanoke
109 mi
·
1 hr 58 min
·
I 81 South: Roanoke
16
Keep slight left
2.9 mi
·
3 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 60 East: Buena Vista
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 60 East: Buena Vista
18
Continue on East Midland Trail
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Midland Trail
19
Continue on 29th Street
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
·
29th Street
20
Take the exit right
302 ft
·
8 sec
21
Merge slight left onto Beech Avenue
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Beech Avenue
22
Continue on Sycamore Avenue
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Sycamore Avenue
23
Continue on Glasgow Highway
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Glasgow Highway
24
Turn right onto Rockbridge Road
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Rockbridge Road
25
Turn right onto Blue Ridge Road
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Blue Ridge Road
26
Turn right onto McCulloch Street
148 ft
·
9 sec
·
McCulloch Street
27
Turn right
92 ft
·
7 sec
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 103.4 miles from Alexandria, VA, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
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 45 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.4 miles or 1h 58m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glasgow, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alexandria, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 206.7 miles and 3h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 103.4 mi from Alexandria, VA · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.4 miles from Alexandria, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glasgow, VA
The final approach into Glasgow, 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 Glasgow, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.32 one way
$64.65 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $35.34 | $70.68 |
| premium | $4.70 | $38.26 | $76.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.64 | $91.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62 | 0 | $21.70 | $9.92 |
| Efficient EV | 51.7 | 0 | $18.09 | $8.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.7 | 1 | $28.94 | $13.23 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Destination
Glasgow, VA
Morning in Glasgow on Saturday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 56m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Glasgow, VA covers 206.7 miles and takes about 3h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are King Street, South Saint Asaph Street, Gibbon Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 103.4 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 $32.32 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 56m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alexandria, VA to Glasgow, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alexandria, VA to Glasgow, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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