Origin
Colonial Heights, VA
Evening in Colonial Heights on Sunday
Local time
8:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colonial Heights, VA to Manassas, VA
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
115.6 mi
186 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colonial Heights, VA
Pavan Sai .D
Manassas, VA
Francesco Ungaro
Trip Overview
Spanning 115.6 miles, this drive from Colonial Heights to Manassas is a straightforward trek through Virginia’s Southeast region. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 23 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $19 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Since the journey is entirely within the same state and region, you will experience a consistent travel environment throughout the trip. It is a practical route for those needing to move between these two areas efficiently without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.8 miles from Colonial Heights, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will navigate the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike and I-95 before transitioning onto Dumfries Road to reach your destination. The most significant portion of your time will be spent on the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike, which accounts for a 73.1-mile stretch of the journey. Because the majority of the drive relies on high-speed interstate infrastructure, the pace is consistent and utilitarian. You can expect a standard highway driving experience that prioritizes directness and speed over rural backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 73.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Ellerslie Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 115.6 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: near the start (East Ellerslie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 1; US 301; VA 144 / Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (SR 620 / Woods Edge Road): 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 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Ellerslie Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto East Ellerslie Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 1; US 301; VA 144 / Boulevard
Turn right onto US 1; US 301; VA 144 / Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
2.7 mi into trip
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~5m in
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SR 620 / Woods Edge Road
Turn right onto SR 620 / Woods Edge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
24.5 mi into trip
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~33m in
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I 95 / Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
98.5 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward VA 234 North: Manassas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 152B
Toward VA 234 North: Manassas
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike | 73.1 mi | 1h 24m |
| I 95 | 20.2 mi | 23m |
| Dumfries Road | 15.8 mi | 23m |
| Route 1 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Woods Edge Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Grant Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Ellerslie Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
— 73.1 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colonial Heights, VA and Manassas, VA.
1
Start on this road
257 ft
·
24 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto East Ellerslie Avenue
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
East Ellerslie Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 1; US 301; VA 144
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Boulevard
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on US 1; US 301; VA 144
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Route 1
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto SR 620
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woods Edge Road
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 95
20 mi
·
25 min
·
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
53 mi
·
58 min
·
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; US 17
1.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 95; US 17
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
11
Merge onto I 95
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 152B
Toward VA 234 North: Manassas
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on VA 234
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Dumfries Road
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit onto VA 234 BUS
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
VA 234 BUS
15
Turn left onto VA 234 BUS
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Dumfries Road
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on VA 234 BUS
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Grant Avenue
17
Enter roundabout onto VA 234 BUS
66 ft
·
1 sec
·
Grant Avenue
18
Continue on VA 234 BUS
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Grant Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
VA 234 BUS
Trip Plan
Because this route relies heavily on the I-95 corridor, plan your departure carefully to avoid peak traffic congestion common on these major arteries. Since the trip takes less than two and a half hours, you have the flexibility to make the drive in one go without needing scheduled overnight stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the main highway segments to ensure you stay within your $19 budget. A smart tip for this specific route is to check real-time traffic alerts for I-95 before you leave Colonial Heights, as this interstate is prone to delays that could easily add time to your 2-hour and 23-minute estimate.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.8 miles from Colonial Heights, VA, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.1 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.8 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manassas, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Colonial Heights, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Colonial Heights, VA
This is one driving day of about 115.6 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Colonial Heights, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike for about 73.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.8 mi from Colonial Heights, VA · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.8 miles from Colonial Heights, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.1 miles.
Arriving in Manassas, VA
The final approach into Manassas, 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 Manassas, 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
$18.50 one way
$37.00 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $20.16 | $40.31 |
| premium | $4.78 | $21.75 | $43.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.68 | $51.36 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.11
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
(73.1 mi)
$5.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.14 | $5.55 |
| Efficient EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.18 | $7.40 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Manassas, VA
Evening in Manassas on Sunday
Local time
8:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
58 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 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 Colonial Heights, VA to Manassas, VA covers 115.6 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike, I 95, Dumfries 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 57.8 miles from Colonial Heights, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.50 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 115.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Ellerslie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 1; US 301; VA 144 / Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (SR 620 / Woods Edge Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Colonial Heights, VA to Manassas, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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