Drive Time
7h 42m
Distance
391.9 mi
631 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
The drive from Leesburg, VA to Big Stone Gap, VA covers 391.9 miles and takes about 7h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on VA 7 West, Leesburg Pike, Harry Byrd Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.11 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
196 miles from Leesburg, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 51m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 42m drive with frequent turns across 391.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| VA 7 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Leesburg Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harry Byrd Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Berryville Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 81 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 58 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cummings Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Valley Street Northwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Leesburg, VA and Big Stone Gap, VA.
Start on East Market Street
Take the ramp straight toward VA 7 West: Winchester
Merge slight left onto Leesburg Pike
Continue on Harry Byrd Highway
Continue on Berryville Pike
Take the exit slight right toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Merge slight left
Keep slight left
Continue straight
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 58 Alternate, VA 75: Abingdon, South Holston Dam
Turn right onto Cummings Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto Valley Street Northwest
At the end of the road, turn right onto Russell Road Northwest
Turn slight right onto Porterfield Highway
Continue on US 19
Turn left onto US Highway 58
Continue on Trail of the Lonesome Pine
Continue on Castlewood Drive
Continue on Norton Coeburn Road
Take the exit straight toward VA 23 South, VA 58 West Alternate
Merge slight left onto Orby Cantrell Highway
Take the exit slight right toward SR 610: Big Stone Gap
Turn right onto Powell Valley Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Powell Valley Road
Exit the roundabout onto Powell Valley Road
Continue on 4th Avenue East
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 86 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 196 miles or 3h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Big Stone Gap, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Leesburg, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Leesburg, VA
This is one driving day of about 391.9 miles and 7h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 196 mi from Leesburg, VA · 3h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
196 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.
A short stop after about 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 196 miles from Leesburg, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Big Stone Gap, 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 Big Stone Gap, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$61.11 one way
$122.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $68.34 | $136.67 |
| premium | $4.78 | $73.72 | $147.44 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $86.77 | $173.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 137.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 117.6 | 1 | $41.15 | $18.81 |
| Efficient EV | 98 | 1 | $34.29 | $15.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 156.8 | 1 | $54.87 | $25.08 |
Gas CO2
137 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Leesburg on Saturday
Local time
10:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Big Stone Gap on Saturday
Local time
10:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
90°F
Winston-Salem, NC
196 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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