Trip from Passapatanzy, VA to Alexandria, VA

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 95, White Oak Road, Capital Beltway (Local). Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 27.7 miles from Passapatanzy, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Passapatanzy, VA to Alexandria, VA?

The route from Passapatanzy, VA to Alexandria, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Q: Are there national parks near the route from Passapatanzy, VA to Alexandria, VA?

Yes. Nearby national parks include George Washington Birthplace National Monument.

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 14m

Distance

55.5 mi

89 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min

4 AM

1h 9m ★

6 AM

1h 15m

8 AM

1h 27m

10 AM

1h 19m

12 PM

1h 18m

3 PM

1h 19m

5 PM

1h 26m

8 PM

1h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Passapatanzy, VA to Alexandria, VA covers 55.5 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, White Oak Road, Capital Beltway (Local) for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.5 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.68 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 55.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 14m highway drive covering 55.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and White Oak Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 40.5 miles on I 95.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

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 40.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and White Oak Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 46.3 miles in near I 95.

Driving Effort 9/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.5 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 46.3 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.8 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8

46.3 mi into trip | ~1h in | I 95

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 toward I 95 North, I 495 East: Baltimore

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward I 95 North, I 495 East: Baltimore

8

51.8 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local) toward I 95, I 495: Alexandria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 95, I 495: Alexandria

8

53.8 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

Take the exit toward US 1: Alexandria, Fort Belvoir

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 177A-B Toward US 1: Alexandria, Fort Belvoir

6

54 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 1 North: Alexandria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 177B Toward US 1 North: Alexandria

6

54.8 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | Franklin Street

Turn right onto Franklin Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	40.5 mi	48m
White Oak Road	6.5 mi	11m
Capital Beltway (Local)	2 mi	2m
Warrenton Road	1.6 mi	2m
Caledon Road	1.4 mi	2m
Butler Road	1.1 mi	1m
South Washington Street	0.5 mi	1m
South Patrick Street	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 95 — 40.5 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Passapatanzy, VA and Alexandria, VA.

1

Start on VA 218

1.4 mi · 2 min · Caledon Road

2

Continue on VA 218

6.5 mi · 11 min · White Oak Road

Use the left lane.

3

Continue on VA 218

1.1 mi · 1 min · Butler Road

4

Continue on US 17 BUS

1.6 mi · 2 min · Warrenton Road

5

Take the ramp

0.8 mi · 1 min

6

Merge onto I 95

35 mi · 41 min · I 95

Use the slight left lane.

7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

5.5 mi · 7 min · I 95

Toward I 95 North, I 495 East: Baltimore Use the slight left / straight lanes.

8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495

2.0 mi · 2 min · Capital Beltway (Local)

Toward I 95, I 495: Alexandria Use the slight right lane.

9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 177A-B Toward US 1: Alexandria, Fort Belvoir Use the slight right lane.

10

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 56 sec

Exit 177B Toward US 1 North: Alexandria

11

Merge onto US 1

440 ft · 8 sec · Richmond Highway

12

Continue on US 1

0.3 mi · 45 sec · South Patrick Street

13

Turn right onto Franklin Street

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Franklin Street

Use the right lane.

14

Turn left onto VA 400

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Washington Street

Use the left lane.

15

Arrive at destination

VA 400

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 27.7 mi from Passapatanzy, VA · 38m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dumfries, VA

28 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

Fredericksburg, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dumfries, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from Passapatanzy, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Alexandria, VA

The final approach into Alexandria, 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

$8.68 one way

$17.36 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 19 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$9.49	$18.98
premium	$4.70	$10.27	$20.54
diesel	$5.61	$12.25	$24.51

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	16.7	$5.83	$2.66
Efficient EV	13.9	$4.86	$2.22
EV Truck/SUV	22.2	$7.77	$3.55

Gas CO2

19 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Passapatanzy, VA

Night in Passapatanzy on Thursday

Local time

10:44 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Alexandria, VA

Night in Alexandria on Thursday

Local time

10:44 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°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

19 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 14m 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 Passapatanzy, VA to Alexandria, VA covers 55.5 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.