Origin
Leesburg, VA
Evening in Leesburg on Thursday
Local time
5:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leesburg, VA to Orange County, VA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
77.3 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leesburg, VA
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Orange County, VA
Alex Raugust
Trip Overview
The drive from Leesburg, VA to Orange County, VA covers 77.3 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on James Madison Highway, Zachary Taylor Highway, James Monroe Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.9 miles on James Madison Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.09 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
38.7 miles from Leesburg, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 77.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 52m drive with frequent turns across 77.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
James Madison Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 32.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 15 BUS / South King Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.3 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: near the start (US 15 BUS / South King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles (US 15 / James Monroe Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 25.2 miles (US 15; US 29 / Lee Highway): 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.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 15 BUS / South King Street
Turn left onto US 15 BUS / South King Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
11.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
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US 15 / James Monroe Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 15 / James Monroe Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
25.2 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 15; US 29 / Lee Highway
Turn right onto US 15; US 29 / Lee Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
32.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
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US 15; US 29
Keep slight left at fork onto US 15; US 29 toward US 15 South, US 29 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 15 South, US 29 South
7
57.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 522, VA 3: Culpeper, Fredericksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 522, VA 3: Culpeper, Fredericksburg
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Leesburg, VA to Orange County, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Fredericksburg along the way.
Fredericksburg
57.6 mi in
|
~1h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| James Madison Highway | 32.9 mi | 44m |
| Zachary Taylor Highway | 14.1 mi | 19m |
| James Monroe Highway | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| Lee Highway | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Constitution Highway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Eastern Bypass | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| South King Street | 2.4 mi | 6m |
| Kendall Road | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
James Madison Highway
— 32.9 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leesburg, VA and Orange County, VA.
1
Start on VA 7 BUS
226 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Market Street
2
Turn left onto US 15 BUS
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South King Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 15
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
James Monroe Highway
4
Enter roundabout onto US 15
166 ft
·
2 sec
·
James Monroe Highway
5
Continue on US 15
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
James Monroe Highway
6
Enter roundabout onto US 15
82 ft
·
1 sec
·
James Monroe Highway
7
Continue on US 15
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Monroe Highway
8
Continue on US 15
11 mi
·
16 min
·
James Madison Highway
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto US 15; US 29
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Lee Highway
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 15; US 29
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 15; US 29
Toward US 15 South, US 29 South
11
Merge onto US 15; US 17; US 29
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Eastern Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on US 15; US 17; US 29
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
James Madison Highway
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 15; US 29
17 mi
·
21 min
·
James Madison Highway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 522, VA 3: Culpeper, Fredericksburg
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto US 522; VA 3
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Germanna Highway
16
Turn right onto US 522
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Zachary Taylor Highway
Use the right lane.
17
Turn right onto VA 20
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Constitution Highway
18
Turn left onto SR 600
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Kendall Road
19
Turn left onto Bickers Lane
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
Bickers Lane
20
Arrive at destination
Bickers Lane
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 38.7 miles from Leesburg, VA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 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 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.7 miles or 58m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orange County, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Leesburg, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Leesburg, VA
This is one driving day of about 77.3 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Leesburg, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on James Madison Highway for about 32.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.7 mi from Leesburg, VA · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.7 miles from Leesburg, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Orange County, VA
The final approach into Orange County, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.09 one way
$24.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.22 | $26.43 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.31 | $28.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.07 | $34.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.82 | $4.95 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Orange County, VA
Evening in Orange County on Thursday
Local time
5:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
5 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 52m 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 Leesburg, VA to Orange County, VA covers 77.3 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are James Madison Highway, Zachary Taylor Highway, James Monroe Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.7 miles from Leesburg, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.09 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 77.3 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: near the start (US 15 BUS / South King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles (US 15 / James Monroe Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 25.2 miles (US 15; US 29 / Lee Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Leesburg, VA to Orange County, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Fredericksburg along the way.
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