Origin
Charlottesville, VA
Morning in Charlottesville on Thursday
Local time
7:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Charlottesville, VA to Bridgewater, VA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
57.8 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
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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Bridgewater, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Charlottesville, VA to Bridgewater, VA covers 57.8 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Market Street, 9th Street Northeast, 9th Street Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.04 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 57.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 9m drive with frequent turns across 57.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Market 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Charlottesville, VA to Bridgewater, VA is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Charlottesville, VA to Bridgewater, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Market Street | — | — |
| 9th Street Northeast | — | — |
| 9th Street Southeast | — | — |
| Avon Street | — | — |
| Monticello Avenue | — | — |
| I 81 North | — | — |
| SR 682 | — | — |
| Friedens Church Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Market Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charlottesville, VA and Bridgewater, VA.
1
Start on the route
233 ft
·
19 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto East Market Street
246 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Market Street
3
Turn right onto 9th Street Northeast
180 ft
·
6 sec
·
9th Street Northeast
4
Continue on 9th Street Southeast
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
9th Street Southeast
5
Continue on Avon Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Avon Street
6
Turn left onto Monticello Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Monticello Avenue
7
Take the ramp straight
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
8
Merge slight left
34 mi
·
37 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 81 North: Staunton, Winchester
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 81 North: Staunton, Winchester
10
Merge slight left
18 mi
·
19 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward VA 257, SR 682: Mount Crawford, Bridgewater, TO Walton Way, Buc-ees Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
VA 257, SR 682: Mount Crawford, Bridgewater, TO Walton Way, Buc-ees Boulevard
12
Keep slight left to continue on VA 257, SR 682: Mount Crawford, Bridgewater, TO Walton Way
226 ft
·
8 sec
·
VA 257, SR 682: Mount Crawford, Bridgewater, TO Walton Way
13
Turn left onto Friedens Church Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Friedens Church Road
14
Continue on Dinkel Avenue
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Dinkel Avenue
15
Turn left onto North Liberty Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Liberty Street
16
Turn right onto East College Street
187 ft
·
8 sec
·
East College Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.9 mi from Charlottesville, VA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.9 miles from Charlottesville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bridgewater, VA
The final approach into Bridgewater, 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
$9.04 one way
$18.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.88 | $19.77 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.70 | $21.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.07 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.06 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.09 | $3.70 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Bridgewater, VA
Morning in Bridgewater on Thursday
Local time
7:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
3 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 9m 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 Bridgewater, VA covers 57.8 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Market Street, 9th Street Northeast, 9th Street Southeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.9 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 $9.04 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.
The drive from Charlottesville, VA to Bridgewater, VA is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Charlottesville, VA to Bridgewater, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Charlottesville, VA to Bridgewater, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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