Origin
Montclair, VA
Late night in Montclair on Friday
Local time
2:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Montclair, VA to McLean, VA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
47m
Distance
33.8 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montclair, VA
RITESH SINGH
McLean, VA
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Trip Overview
This 33.8-mile drive from Montclair to McLean, Virginia, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 47 minutes. Primarily using I-95 and the Capital Beltway, this route offers a mixed driving experience with a 47% highway share. With an estimated fuel cost of $5, it's an economical option for a day trip. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, indicating a consistent regional feel for this journey. This drive is perfect for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 33.8 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 (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, blending interstate speeds with local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 16 miles on I-95, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you transition from I-95 to the Capital Beltway and then to Dumfries Road, the character of the drive shifts, incorporating more varied traffic patterns. The 47% highway share means you'll encounter both faster, more open driving and potentially slower sections as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 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 16 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 3.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 33.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles (I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Turn left toward I 95 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 North
9
19.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway toward I 395 North, I 495 North: Washington, Tysons Corner
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 170A; 170B
Toward I 395 North, I 495 North: Washington, Ty...
7
20.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Tysons Corner
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 170B
Toward I 495 North: Tysons Corner
6
22.6 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 495 / Capital Beltway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 495 / Capital Beltway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
31.2 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward VA 123 North: McLean
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46B
Toward VA 123 North: McLean
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 Montclair, VA to McLean, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Tysons Corner along the way.
Tysons Corner
19.6 mi in
|
~26m
|
via I 395
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 16 mi | 19m |
| Capital Beltway | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| Dumfries Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Dolley Madison Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Waterway Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Old Dominion Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Fallstone Place | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 16 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montclair, VA and McLean, VA.
1
Start on Fallstone Place
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Fallstone Place
2
Turn right onto SR 1451
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Waterway Drive
3
Turn left onto SR 1450
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Country Club Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto VA 234
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Dumfries Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 95 North
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
16 mi
·
19 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 395
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway
Exit 170A; 170B
Toward I 395 North, I 495 North: Washington, Tysons Corner
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 170B
Toward I 495 North: Tysons Corner
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 495
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Capital Beltway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 495
8.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 46B
Toward VA 123 North: McLean
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto VA 123
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Dolley Madison Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto VA 309
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Dominion Drive
Use the right lane.
14
Turn sharp left onto Elm Street
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Elm Street
15
Arrive at destination
Elm Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.9 mi from Montclair, VA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.9 miles from Montclair, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in McLean, VA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into McLean, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.29 one way
$10.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.78 | $11.56 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.26 | $12.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
McLean, VA
Late night in McLean on Friday
Local time
2:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
47m 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 Montclair, VA to McLean, VA covers 33.8 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Capital Beltway, Dumfries Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.9 miles from Montclair, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.29 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 33.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles (I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Montclair, VA to McLean, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Tysons Corner along the way.
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