Origin
Manassas, VA
Evening in Manassas on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manassas, VA to Williamsburg, VA
Drive Time
2h 46m
Distance
139.9 mi
225 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 36m
★
6 AM
2h 47m
8 AM
3h 8m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 55m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manassas, VA
Francesco Ungaro
Williamsburg, VA
Eric Joseph
Trip Overview
Driving from Manassas to Williamsburg covers 139.9 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 46 minutes. This highway-focused route utilizes Dumfries Road, I-95, and I-64 to navigate through the Southeast region of Virginia. Because the duration is under three hours, this trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a leisurely pace. Budgeting roughly $22 for fuel will cover your transit costs, making this an economical choice for a weekend getaway. You are essentially traveling from the suburban corridor of Northern Virginia into the historic heart of the state, so expect a straightforward journey between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.9 miles from Manassas, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by high-speed transit, as 76% of your journey takes place on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on the interstate, including a significant 66.8-mile stretch on I-95 that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. While the initial leg involves navigating local connections like Dumfries Road, the experience quickly shifts into a standard interstate grind. The transition from regional thoroughfares to the wider lanes of I-64 defines the latter half of the trip, offering a consistent driving rhythm. Be prepared for the heavy traffic flow typical of these major arteries as you make your way toward the coast.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.3 miles in near I 95.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 139.9 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 35.3 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 83.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
35.3 mi into trip
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~48m in
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I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
83.9 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 84A
Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va B...
8
98.8 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
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.
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
8
136.8 mi into trip
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~2h 40m in
Take the exit toward VA 143: Camp Peary, Colonial, Williamsburg
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 238
Toward VA 143: Camp Peary, Colonial, Williamsbu...
6
137 mi into trip
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~2h 40m in
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VA 143 / Capitol Landing Road
Turn right onto VA 143 / Capitol Landing Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Manassas, VA and Williamsburg, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
83.9 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Va Beach
83.9 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Virginia Beach
98.8 mi in
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~1h 57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 66.8 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 64 | 36.8 mi | 39m |
| Dumfries Road | 15.2 mi | 22m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 13 mi | 14m |
| VA 132 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Grant Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| VA 234 BUS | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Capitol Landing Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 66.8 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manassas, VA and Williamsburg, VA.
1
Start on VA 234 BUS
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Grant Avenue
2
Enter roundabout onto VA 234 BUS
80 ft
·
1 sec
·
Grant Avenue
3
Continue on VA 234 BUS
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Grant Avenue
4
Continue on VA 234 BUS
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Dumfries Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto VA 294; VA 234 BUS
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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VA 294; VA 234 BUS
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit onto VA 234 BUS
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
VA 234 BUS
7
Merge onto VA 234
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Dumfries Road
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
9
Merge onto I 95
18 mi
·
20 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 84A
Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Merge onto I 295
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 64
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 64
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 238
Toward VA 143: Camp Peary, Colonial, Williamsburg
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto VA 143
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Capitol Landing Road
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto VA 132
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
VA 132
Use the none lane.
18
Turn right onto Scotland Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Scotland Street
19
Turn left onto Armistead Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Armistead Avenue
20
Turn left onto Richmond Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Richmond Road
21
Turn right onto South Boundary Street
106 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Boundary Street
22
Turn right onto VA 5
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
Jamestown Road
23
Arrive at destination
VA 5
Trip Plan
Since your travel time is just under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around heavy commute times to avoid congestion. I recommend limiting your stops to one, as the route is short enough that you can easily make it to your destination in a single push. Keep a close eye on the traffic patterns along the I-95 corridor, as this is the most critical segment where delays can impact your arrival time. Since you are only spending about $22 on gas, consider filling up in Manassas before you leave to ensure you don't have to hunt for a station during the busiest stretches of the interstate. Use the ease of this sub-three-hour drive to your advantage by hitting the road early and arriving in Williamsburg with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.9 miles from Manassas, VA, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.8 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.9 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Williamsburg, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manassas, 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 Manassas, VA
This is one driving day of about 139.9 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Manassas, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 66.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.9 mi from Manassas, VA · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.9 miles from Manassas, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.8 miles.
Arriving in Williamsburg, VA
The final approach into Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, 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
$22.39 one way
$44.78 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $24.39 | $48.79 |
| premium | $4.78 | $26.32 | $52.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.08 | $62.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42 | 0 | $14.69 | $6.72 |
| Efficient EV | 35 | 0 | $12.24 | $5.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56 | 0 | $19.59 | $8.95 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Williamsburg, VA
Evening in Williamsburg on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
70 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 46m 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 Manassas, VA to Williamsburg, VA covers 139.9 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 64, Dumfries Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.9 miles from Manassas, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.39 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 139.9 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 35.3 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 83.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Manassas, VA and Williamsburg, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.
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