Origin
Farmville, VA
Evening in Farmville on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farmville, VA to Charlottesville, VA
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
61 mi
98 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmville, VA
Mark Stebnicki
Charlottesville, VA
Eric Joseph
Trip Overview
The drive from Farmville, VA to Charlottesville, VA covers 61 miles and takes about 1h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Constitution Route, Scottsville Road, US 15 BUS for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.1 miles on South Constitution Route. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
30.5 miles from Farmville, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Farmville, VA to Charlottesville, VA covers 61 miles and takes about 1h 30m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Constitution Route is the longest continuous segment at about 20.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 460 BUS / West Third Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Farmville, VA to Charlottesville, VA is easy. At 1h 30m with 30% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 460 BUS / West Third Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.1 miles (VA 20 / South Constitution Route): Navigation decision point; at 60.9 miles (US 250 BUS / East Market Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 460 BUS / West Third Street
Turn left onto US 460 BUS / West Third Street
Navigation decision point
3
22.1 mi into trip
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~32m in
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VA 20 / South Constitution Route
Turn left onto VA 20 / South Constitution Route
Navigation decision point
4
60.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
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US 250 BUS / East Market Street
Turn left onto US 250 BUS / East Market Street
Navigation decision point
7
61 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
7th Street Northeast
Turn left onto 7th Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Constitution Route | 20.1 mi | 29m |
| Scottsville Road | 18.3 mi | 26m |
| US 15 BUS | 17.9 mi | 25m |
| West Third Street | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| VA 20 | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 7th Street Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Constitution Route
— 20.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmville, VA and Charlottesville, VA.
1
Start on this road
140 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 460 BUS
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
West Third Street
3
Take the ramp onto US 15 BUS
18 mi
·
25 min
·
US 15 BUS
4
Turn left onto VA 20
20 mi
·
29 min
·
South Constitution Route
5
Continue on VA 20
18 mi
·
26 min
·
Scottsville Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn slight right onto VA 20
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
VA 20
7
Turn left onto US 250 BUS
458 ft
·
25 sec
·
East Market Street
8
Turn left onto 7th Street Northeast
286 ft
·
15 sec
·
7th Street Northeast
Use the left lane.
9
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 30.5 miles from Farmville, VA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.1 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 61 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.5 miles or 45m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charlottesville, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Farmville, 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 Farmville, VA
This is one driving day of about 61 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Farmville, 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 South Constitution Route for about 20.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.5 mi from Farmville, VA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.5 miles from Farmville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Charlottesville, VA
The final approach into Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville, 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
$9.76 one way
$19.52 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.64 | $21.27 |
| premium | $4.78 | $11.47 | $22.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.55 | $27.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.54 | $3.90 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Charlottesville, VA
Evening in Charlottesville on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
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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
24 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 30m 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 Farmville, VA to Charlottesville, VA covers 61 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Constitution Route, Scottsville Road, US 15 BUS. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.5 miles from Farmville, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.76 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 Farmville, VA to Charlottesville, VA is easy. At 1h 30m with 30% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 460 BUS / West Third Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.1 miles (VA 20 / South Constitution Route): Navigation decision point; at 60.9 miles (US 250 BUS / East Market Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Farmville, VA to Charlottesville, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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