Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
36.3 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manassas, VA
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Petersburg, VA
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The drive from Manassas, VA to Petersburg, VA covers 36.3 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 66, VA 234, Sudley Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.5 miles on I 66. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 36.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 47m highway drive covering 36.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 66 and VA 234. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.5 miles on I 66.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 66 and VA 234. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near VA 234 BUS / Sudley Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (VA 234 BUS / Sudley Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (VA 234): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn slight left onto VA 234 BUS / Sudley Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp onto VA 234 toward I 66 West, VA 234 South: Front Royal
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward SR 688: Markham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto SR 688 / Leeds Manor Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto VA 55 / John Marshall Highway
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 66 | 23.5 mi | 25m |
| VA 234 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Sudley Road | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| John Marshall Highway | 3 mi | 5m |
| Grant Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Leeds Manor Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Manassas, VA and Petersburg, VA.
Start on VA 234 BUS
Turn slight left onto VA 234 BUS
Take the ramp onto VA 234
Continue on I 66
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 688
Turn right onto VA 55
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from Manassas, VA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Manassas, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Petersburg, VA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.68 one way
$11.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.21 | $12.41 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.72 | $13.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.01 | $16.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Manassas on Friday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Petersburg on Friday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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