The drive from Harrisonburg, VA to Broadlands, VA covers 113.4 miles and takes about 2h 18m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 81, Leesburg Pike, Harry Byrd Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68.1 miles on I 81.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.73 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.
Midpoint
56.7 miles from Harrisonburg, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 18m. Total distance: 113.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 18m highway drive covering 113.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 81 and Leesburg Pike. The longest continuous stretch is about 68.1 miles on I 81.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 68.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Leesburg Pike. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Elizabeth Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 113.4 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 (East Elizabeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East Elizabeth Street
Turn right onto East Elizabeth Street
Navigation decision point
5
70.1 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward VA 7: Winchester, Berryville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward VA 7: Winchester, Berryville
5
70.3 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
105.3 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward VA 267 East: Dulles Airport, Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward VA 267 East: Dulles Airport, Washington
8
111.6 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward VA 901: Ashburn Farm, Broadlands
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 5
Toward VA 901: Ashburn Farm, Broadlands
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Harrisonburg, VA and Broadlands, VA, road signs point toward Berryville and Washington.
Berryville
70.1 mi in|~1h 18m
Washington
105.3 mi in|~2h 7m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
68.1 mi
1h 13m
Leesburg Pike
17.5 mi
23m
Harry Byrd Highway
13.6 mi
18m
Dulles Greenway
6 mi
6m
Berryville Pike
3.5 mi
5m
East Market Street
1.5 mi
3m
Claiborne Parkway
0.9 mi
1m
Leesburg Bypass
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 68.1 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisonburg, VA and Broadlands, VA.
1
Start on US 11; US 33
335 ft·15 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn right onto East Elizabeth Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·East Elizabeth Street
3
Turn right onto North Mason Street
382 ft·15 sec·North Mason Street
4
Turn left onto US 33
1.5 mi·3 min·East Market Street
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 81 North: Elkton
6
Merge onto I 81
68 mi·1 hr 13 min·I 81
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward VA 7: Winchester, Berryville
8
Keep slight left at fork
311 ft·9 sec
9
Turn left onto VA 7
3.5 mi·5 min·Berryville Pike
10
Continue on VA 7
14 mi·18 min·Harry Byrd Highway
11
Continue on VA 7
17 mi·23 min·Leesburg Pike
12
Continue on VA 7
0.5 mi·38 sec·Leesburg Bypass
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward VA 267 East: Dulles Airport, WashingtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on VA 267
6.0 mi·6 min·Dulles Greenway
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 5Toward VA 901: Ashburn Farm, BroadlandsUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto SR 901
0.9 mi·1 min·Claiborne Parkway
17
Turn right onto SR 2119
0.4 mi·40 sec·Waxpool Road
18
Continue on SR 2119
0.1 mi·13 sec·Truro Parish Drive
19
Turn right onto Chickacoan Trail Drive
117 ft·4 sec·Chickacoan Trail Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Chickacoan Trail Drive
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 56.7 miles from Harrisonburg, VA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.1 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 25 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.7 miles or 1h 4m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Broadlands, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harrisonburg, 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 Harrisonburg, VA
This is one driving day of about 113.4 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Harrisonburg, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 68.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.7 mi from Harrisonburg, VA
· 1h 4m into the drive
The midpoint is around 56.7 miles from Harrisonburg, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.1 miles.
Arriving in Broadlands, VA
The final approach into Broadlands, 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 Broadlands, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley has a long and rich heritage that still inspires today. Native Americans first shaped the land, followed by colonists and settlers. The fertile valley became an important...
The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 101.6
At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
$20
near mile 93.8
Just 75 miles from the bustle of Washington, D.C., Shenandoah National Park is a land bursting with cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, fields of wildflowers, and quiet wooded hollows. With over...
15 mi from route
~39 min detour
$30
near mile 15.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.73 one way
$35.47 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$19.39
$38.78
premium
$4.70
$20.99
$41.98
diesel
$5.61
$25.04
$50.07
Estimated Tolls: $1.49
Dulles Greenway
(6 mi)$1.49
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
$18
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34
0
$11.91
$5.44
Efficient EV
28.4
0
$9.92
$4.54
EV Truck/SUV
45.4
0
$15.88
$7.26
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Harrisonburg, VA
Morning
in Harrisonburg on Friday
Local time
8:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Broadlands, VA
Morning
in Broadlands on Friday
Local time
8:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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
2h 18m 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 Harrisonburg, VA to Broadlands, VA covers 113.4 miles and takes about 2h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Leesburg Pike, Harry Byrd Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.7 miles from Harrisonburg, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.73 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 113.4 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 (East Elizabeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Harrisonburg, VA and Broadlands, VA, road signs point toward Berryville and Washington.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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