Trip from Buckhall, VA to Lynchburg, VA

Data updated 5 hours ago

Drive Time

3h 27m

Distance

150.7 mi

243 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 15m ★

6 AM

3h 27m

8 AM

3h 51m

10 AM

3h 36m

12 PM

3h 33m

3 PM

3h 37m

5 PM

3h 50m

8 PM

3h 20m

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

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Buckhall, VA

Eric Joseph

independent city in Virginia, United States

Lynchburg, VA

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Trip Overview

This 150.7-mile drive from Buckhall, VA to Lynchburg, VA is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 27 minutes. You'll primarily travel on US 29, North Seminole Trail, and James Madison Highway, with a highway share of 46%. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Southeast region of Virginia. It's a solid option if you're looking for a direct path without needing to break it up over multiple days. The overall feel is one of steady progress through varied terrain.

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

75.4 miles from Buckhall, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a mixed drive on this route, with about 46% of your journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 61.9 miles along US 29, offering a good opportunity for consistent travel. The road character shifts, blending faster highway sections with potentially more local road driving as you progress. This variety means you'll experience different driving conditions, from open stretches to more town-influenced segments. It's not an all-highway grind, nor is it exclusively rural backroads.

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

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 61.9 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 84.4 miles in near US 29.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 150.7 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 84.4 miles (US 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 150.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

84.4 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in | US 29

Take the exit onto US 29 toward US 29 South, US 250 West

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

Toward US 29 South, US 250 West

148.9 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in

Turn left

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

150.1 mi into trip | ~3h 24m in

Take the exit toward Downtown, Riverfront

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

Toward Downtown, Riverfront

150.2 mi into trip | ~3h 25m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Downtown, Riverfront

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Downtown, Riverfront

150.2 mi into trip | ~3h 25m in | Pearl Street

Turn left onto Pearl Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 29	61.9 mi	1h 16m
North Seminole Trail	33.8 mi	47m
James Madison Highway	14.6 mi	18m
Catlett Road	13.9 mi	23m
James Monroe Highway	7.8 mi	9m
Nokesville Road	6.6 mi	10m
Prince William Parkway	6.5 mi	9m
Old Town Connector	2.3 mi	3m

Longest stretch: US 29 — 61.9 mi, about 1h 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Buckhall, VA and Lynchburg, VA.

Start on SR 662

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Moore Drive

Turn left onto VA 294

1.1 mi · 1 min · Prince William Parkway

Turn left onto VA 294

2.0 mi · 3 min · Prince William Parkway

Use the left lane.

Continue on this road

0.3 mi · 42 sec · this road

Use the left lane.

Continue on VA 234

3.4 mi · 4 min · Prince William Parkway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Merge onto VA 28

6.6 mi · 10 min · Nokesville Road

Continue on VA 28

14 mi · 23 min · Catlett Road

Merge onto US 15; US 29

15 mi · 18 min · James Madison Highway

Continue on US 29

7.8 mi · 9 min · James Monroe Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 29

34 mi · 47 min · North Seminole Trail

Continue on US 29

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Emmet Street North

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto US 29

62 mi · 1 hr 16 min · US 29

Toward US 29 South, US 250 West

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Toward VA 210 West: Downtown Lynchburg

Turn right onto VA 210

2.3 mi · 3 min · Old Town Connector

Turn left

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Use the left lane.

Merge onto US 29 BUS

0.8 mi · 1 min · Amherst Highway

Continue on US 29 BUS

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Lynchburg Expressway

Take the exit

494 ft · 28 sec

Toward Downtown, Riverfront

Keep slight left at fork

119 ft · 10 sec

Toward Downtown, Riverfront

Turn left onto Main Street

37 ft · 5 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto Pearl Street

337 ft · 7 sec · Pearl Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Church Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Church Street

Turn right onto 10th Street

98 ft · 4 sec · 10th Street

Arrive at destination

10th Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 27-minute duration, starting your trip from Buckhall in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. While there's only one suggested stop, remember you have flexibility on this 150.7-mile journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the 61.9-mile stretch on US 29. The estimated fuel cost of $24 is a helpful budgeting tool. Consider packing snacks and drinks to minimize the need for frequent stops and make the most of your travel time.

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 75.4 miles from Buckhall, VA, or about 1h 49m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.9 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 80 miles or 1h 56m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 75.4 miles or 1h 49m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 50m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Buckhall, 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 Buckhall, VA

This is one driving day of about 150.7 miles and 3h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Buckhall, 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 US 29 for about 61.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 75.4 mi from Buckhall, VA · 1h 49m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Poolesville, MD

75 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

Poolesville, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Poolesville, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.4 miles from Buckhall, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 29 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.9 miles.

Arriving in Lynchburg, VA

The final approach into Lynchburg, 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 Lynchburg, 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

$23.57 one way

$47.13 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$25.77	$51.53
premium	$4.70	$27.89	$55.78
diesel	$5.61	$33.27	$66.55

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	45.2	$15.82	$7.23
Efficient EV	37.7	$13.19	$6.03
EV Truck/SUV	60.3	$21.10	$9.64

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Buckhall, VA

Morning in Buckhall on Wednesday

Local time

7:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lynchburg, VA

Morning in Lynchburg on Wednesday

Local time

7:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°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

12 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

3h 27m 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 Lynchburg, VA covers 150.7 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 29, North Seminole Trail, James Madison Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 75.4 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 $23.57 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.

The route from Buckhall, VA to Lynchburg, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Buckhall, VA to Lynchburg, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Lynchburg, VA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Buckhall, VA

Lynchburg, VA

Same local time

12 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 27m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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