Origin
Charlottesville, VA
Morning in Charlottesville on Friday
Local time
9:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Charlottesville, VA to Ashland, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
65.4 mi
105 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Charlottesville, VA
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Ashland, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Charlottesville, VA to Ashland, VA covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, Ashland Road, Ashcake Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.8 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 65.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 23m highway drive covering 65.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and Ashland Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.8 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 48.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Ashland Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 250 BUS / East Market Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 250 BUS / East Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 250 BUS; VA 20 / 9th Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 250 BUS / East Market Street
Turn right onto US 250 BUS / East Market Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 250 BUS; VA 20 / 9th Street Northeast
Turn left onto US 250 BUS; VA 20 / 9th Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
3.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 64 East
8
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward SR 623: Rockville, Manakin
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 173
Toward SR 623: Rockville, Manakin
5
52.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 Charlottesville, VA to Ashland, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Manakin along the way.
Manakin
52.2 mi in
|
~1h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 48.8 mi | 52m |
| Ashland Road | 8.9 mi | 14m |
| Ashcake Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Richmond Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Hanover Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| East High Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Elmont Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 9th Street Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 48.8 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charlottesville, VA and Ashland, VA.
1
Start on this road
233 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 250 BUS
246 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Market Street
3
Turn left onto US 250 BUS; VA 20
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
9th Street Northeast
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 250 BUS; VA 20
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East High Street
5
Turn right onto US 250; VA 20
315 ft
·
7 sec
·
Long Street
6
Continue on US 250; VA 20
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Richmond Road
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 64 East
8
Merge onto I 64
49 mi
·
52 min
·
I 64
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 173
Toward SR 623: Rockville, Manakin
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
61 ft
·
7 sec
11
Turn left onto SR 623
8.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Ashland Road
12
Continue on SR 657
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Ashcake Road
13
Turn left onto SR 626
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Elmont Road
14
Turn right onto Hanover Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Hanover Avenue
15
At end of road, turn right onto VA 54
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
England Street
16
Turn left
68 ft
·
5 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.7 mi from Charlottesville, VA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Charlottesville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ashland, VA
The final approach into Ashland, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.23 one way
$20.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.10 | $24.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.44 | $28.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.87 | $3.14 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.16 | $4.19 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Ashland, VA
Morning in Ashland on Friday
Local time
9:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
21 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
1h 23m 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 Charlottesville, VA to Ashland, VA covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Ashland Road, Ashcake Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.7 miles from Charlottesville, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.23 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 is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 250 BUS / East Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 250 BUS; VA 20 / 9th Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Charlottesville, VA to Ashland, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Manakin along the way.
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. 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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