Origin
Buckhall, VA
Morning in Buckhall on Friday
Local time
8:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Buckhall, VA to Arlington, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
28.1 mi
45 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buckhall, VA
Eric Joseph
Arlington, VA
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
This straightforward 28.1-mile drive from Buckhall, VA to Arlington, VA can easily be completed in about 43 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $4, it's an economical option for a quick journey within Virginia's Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes I-66, suggesting a focus on efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. You won't need an overnight stay for this short distance; it's designed for convenience and speed. Expect a drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination without significant detours or complexities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 28.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is decidedly highway-focused, with 66% of the journey taking place on interstates like I-66. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 17.4 miles on I-66, offering a consistent pace. While Centreville Road and Liberia Avenue will feature, the primary character is one of smooth, albeit potentially busy, highway travel. This isn't a route known for winding country lanes; rather, it's about efficient transit through the Southeast region.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 66 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 66 and Centreville Road. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near Liberia Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 28.1 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (Liberia Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (I 66): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Liberia Avenue
Turn right onto Liberia Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
9.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 66 East: Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 66 East: Washington
5
9.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 66
Merge onto I 66
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
27 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward VA 120, VA 237
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.
Exit 71
Toward VA 120, VA 237
6
27.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
VA 120 / North Glebe Road
Turn right onto VA 120 / North Glebe Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 66 | 17.4 mi | 22m |
| Centreville Road | 5.5 mi | 10m |
| Liberia Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Prince William Parkway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Wilson Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Sully Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Moore Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Glebe Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 66
— 17.4 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buckhall, VA and Arlington, VA.
1
Start on SR 662
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Moore Drive
2
Turn left onto VA 294
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Prince William Parkway
3
Turn right onto Liberia Avenue
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Liberia Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto VA 28
5.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Centreville Road
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on VA 28
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Sully Road
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 66 East: Washington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 66
17 mi
·
22 min
·
I 66
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 71
Toward VA 120, VA 237
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Fairfax Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Fairfax Drive
10
Turn right onto VA 120
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Glebe Road
Use the right lane.
11
Turn slight left onto Wilson Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
Wilson Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.39 one way
$8.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.80 | $9.61 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.20 | $12.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Arlington, VA
Morning in Arlington on Friday
Local time
8:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
26 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
43m 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 Buckhall, VA to Arlington, VA covers 28.1 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 66, Centreville Road, Liberia Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.1 miles from Buckhall, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 28.1 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (Liberia Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (I 66): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Buckhall, VA to Arlington, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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