How far is Culpeper, VA from Manassas, VA?
The driving distance from Culpeper, VA to Manassas, VA is about 36.6 miles (58.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Incorporated town in Virginia
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Culpeper and Manassas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Culpeper and Manassas.
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Start on the route
29 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto West Davis Street
44 m · 11 sec · West Davis Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
2567 ft · 2 min · North Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward James Madison Highway
25 m · 3 sec · James Madison Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto James Madison Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · James Madison Highway
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Continue on Brandy Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Brandy Road
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Turn left onto US 15 North, US 29 North
1341 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto James Madison Highway
9.4 mi · 12 min · James Madison Highway
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Turn slight right onto Catlett Road
13.9 mi · 23 min · Catlett Road
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Continue on Nokesville Road
8.4 mi · 14 min · Nokesville Road
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Continue on Center Street
1.4 km · 3 min · Center Street
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Turn left onto Grant Avenue
24 m · 1 sec · Grant Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grant Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Culpeper and Manassas.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Catlett Road
Turn slight right onto Catlett Road
13.9 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Culpeper and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Manassas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Culpeper to Manassas?
The road trip is about 36.6 miles (58.9 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Remington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.3 miles from Culpeper and 18.3 miles from Manassas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.5 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.11 one way or $10.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Culpeper and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Manassas.
Stop Ideas Near Remington
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 Remington.
Culpeper station
Manassas station
Fredericksburg
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Culpeper and Manassas. Straight-line distance: 34.07 mi (54.83 km).
#1 Culpeper
Town in Culpeper County, Virginia, United States
| Population | 19,214 |
| Coordinates | 38.4731800, -77.9966600 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Manassas
The county seat of Prince William County, Virginia.
| Population | 40,869 |
| Coordinates | 38.7509500, -77.4752700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grant Avenue (-77.475156, 38.750964)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $3.96 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $5.71 | $11.43 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.16 | $12.33 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.25 | $14.51 |
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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