How far is Charlottesville, VA from Short Pump, VA?
The driving distance from Charlottesville, VA to Short Pump, VA is about 58.2 miles (93.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.9 miles (86.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County in Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Charlottesville and Short Pump.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charlottesville and Short Pump.
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Start on the route
71 m · 19 sec
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Turn right onto East Market Street
75 m · 10 sec · East Market Street
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Turn left onto 9th Street Northeast
666 ft · 31 sec · 9th Street Northeast
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Continue on East High Street
1.4 km · 3 min · East High Street
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Turn right onto Long Street
96 m · 8 sec · Long Street
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Continue on Richmond Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Richmond Road
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Take the exit left toward I 64 East
1558 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
53.5 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 250 West: Short Pump
1366 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto West Broad Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West Broad Street
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Turn left onto Pump Road
146 m · 15 sec · Pump Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pump Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Charlottesville and Short Pump.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 64 East
Merge slight left
53.5 mi · 00h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Charlottesville and Mostly Clear near Short Pump.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Charlottesville to Short Pump?
The road trip is about 58.2 miles (93.6 km) and usually takes 01h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Louisa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29 miles from Charlottesville and 29.1 miles from Short Pump.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.9 miles (86.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.94 one way or $15.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Charlottesville and Mostly Clear near Short Pump.
Stop Ideas Near Louisa
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Louisa.
Charlottesville Union Station
Culpeper station
Ashland
Fredericksburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Charlottesville and Short Pump. Straight-line distance: 53.94 mi (86.8 km).
#1 Charlottesville
The capital of Virginia.
| Population | 46,950 |
| Coordinates | 38.0293100, -78.4766800 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Short Pump
Short Pump is a place in Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.6504200, -77.6124900 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
End: Short Pump (-77.61249, 37.65042)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.87 | $7.94 | $15.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $8.95 | $17.90 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $9.80 | $19.60 |
| Diesel | $6.17 | $12.64 | $25.28 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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