Origin
Hopewell, VA
Night in Hopewell on Sunday
Local time
9:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopewell, VA to Manassas, VA
Drive Time
30m
Distance
17.8 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopewell, VA
Marcella Soáres
Manassas, VA
Francesco Ungaro
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Hopewell to Manassas, you can expect a straightforward trip covering 17.8 miles. With a travel time of approximately 30 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate a mix of road types, including I-66, Sudley Road, and Antioch Road, as you transition across the Southeast region of Virginia. Budgeting around $3 for fuel makes this an incredibly economical trip for your commute or weekend plans. Since the duration is so short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule without worrying about long-distance fatigue. It is a highly practical route that gets you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
8.9 miles from Hopewell, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving experience, balancing highway speeds with local road navigation. You will spend about 37% of your travel time on the highway, with the longest uninterrupted stretch occurring on I-66 for 6.4 miles. The character of the road shifts noticeably as you move from the interstate portions onto Sudley Road and Antioch Road. Expect a transition from fast-paced, multi-lane driving to the more measured pace of local thoroughfares. Staying alert is key as the road environment changes, ensuring you remain comfortable behind the wheel regardless of the pavement type.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 66 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near VA 55 / John Marshall Highway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 17.8 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: at 5.4 miles (VA 55 / John Marshall Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles (I 66): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
5.4 mi into trip
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~10m in
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VA 55 / John Marshall Highway
At end of road, turn left onto VA 55 / John Marshall Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
6.3 mi into trip
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~12m in
Take the exit toward I 66 East: Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 66 East: Washington
6
9.1 mi into trip
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~15m in
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I 66
Keep slight right at fork onto I 66
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
13.1 mi into trip
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~20m in
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VA 234
Take the exit onto VA 234 toward VA 234 North, VA 234 Business: Manassas
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 47
Toward VA 234 North, VA 234 Business: Manassas
9
13.2 mi into trip
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~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward VA 234 Business: Manassas, Manassas Museum, Splashdown Waterpark, ECPI
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward VA 234 Business: Manassas, Manassas Muse...
Towns Along This Route
Between Hopewell, VA and Manassas, VA, road signs point toward Manassas Museum, Splashdown Waterpark and Ecpi.
Manassas Museum
13.2 mi in
|
~20m
Splashdown Waterpark
13.2 mi in
|
~20m
Ecpi
13.2 mi in
|
~20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 66 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| Sudley Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Antioch Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Hopewell Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| John Marshall Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Waterfall Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Grant Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| VA 234 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 66
— 6.4 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopewell, VA and Manassas, VA.
1
Start on SR 700
62 ft
·
8 sec
·
Creels Lane
2
Turn left onto SR 601
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Hopewell Road
3
Continue on SR 601
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Waterfall Road
4
Turn right onto Antioch Road
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Antioch Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto VA 55
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
John Marshall Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto US 15
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
James Madison Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 66 East: Washington
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 66
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 66
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 66
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 66
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit onto VA 234
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
VA 234
Exit 47
Toward VA 234 North, VA 234 Business: Manassas
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward VA 234 Business: Manassas, Manassas Museum, Splashdown Waterpark, ECPI
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto VA 234 BUS
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Sudley Road
Use the none lane.
13
Turn slight right onto VA 234 BUS
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Grant Avenue
Use the left / none lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
VA 234 BUS
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 30-minute journey, you have the advantage of total departure flexibility. You won't need to worry about planning formal rest stops given the modest 17.8-mile distance, allowing you to drive straight through to your destination. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as a $3 fuel budget suggests a very light consumption rate for this specific distance. Since you will be navigating a mix of interstate and local roads, be prepared for the transition between I-66 and smaller routes like Antioch Road. Aim to time your departure to avoid peak traffic periods if you want to maintain that consistent 30-minute travel time.
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 8.9 miles from Hopewell, VA, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.4 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 17.8 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.9 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
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 Hopewell, 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 Hopewell, VA
This is one driving day of about 17.8 miles and 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hopewell, 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 I 66 for about 6.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.9 mi from Hopewell, VA · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.9 miles from Hopewell, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$2.85 one way
$5.70 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.10 | $6.21 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.95 | $7.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.87 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Manassas, VA
Night in Manassas on Sunday
Local time
9:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
2 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
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 Hopewell, VA to Manassas, VA covers 17.8 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 66, Sudley Road, Antioch Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Hopewell, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.85 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 11 significant decision points across 17.8 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: at 5.4 miles (VA 55 / John Marshall Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles (I 66): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hopewell, VA and Manassas, VA, road signs point toward Manassas Museum, Splashdown Waterpark and Ecpi.
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