Origin
Charlottesville, VA
Morning in Charlottesville on Friday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Charlottesville, VA to Bon Air, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
68.1 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
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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Bon Air, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Charlottesville, VA to Bon Air, VA covers 68.1 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, North Parham Road, Chippenham Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56.4 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 68.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 68.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and North Parham Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 56.4 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 56.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and North Parham Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 250 BUS; VA 20 / 9th Street Northeast.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (US 250 BUS; VA 20 / 9th Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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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.
7
59.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward Parham Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 181
Toward Parham Road
8
60 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Parham Road South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward Parham Road South
6
66.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward VA 147: Huguenot Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward VA 147: Huguenot Road
6
66.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
VA 147 / West Huguenot Road
Turn right onto VA 147 / West Huguenot Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Bon Air, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Parham Road South along the way.
Parham Road South
60 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 56.4 mi | 1h |
| North Parham Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Chippenham Parkway | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Richmond Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Buford Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East High Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Huguenot Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 9th Street Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 56.4 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charlottesville, VA and Bon Air, 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
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 64
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 181
Toward Parham Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
149 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Parham Road South
Use the left / right lanes.
11
Merge onto SR 7518
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
North Parham Road
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on VA 150
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Chippenham Parkway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward VA 147: Huguenot Road
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto VA 147
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Huguenot Road
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto SR 678
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Buford Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto SR 718
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
Rockaway Road
17
Arrive at destination
SR 718
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.1 mi from Charlottesville, VA · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Charlottesville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bon Air, VA
The final approach into Bon Air, 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
$10.65 one way
$21.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.64 | $23.29 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.60 | $25.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.04 | $30.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Bon Air, VA
Morning in Bon Air on Friday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°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
6 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
1h 24m 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 Bon Air, VA covers 68.1 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, North Parham Road, Chippenham Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.1 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 $10.65 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 68.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (US 250 BUS; VA 20 / 9th Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Charlottesville, VA to Bon Air, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Parham Road South along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Petersburg National Battlefield.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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