How far is Fairfax Station, VA from Luray, VA?
The driving distance from Fairfax Station, VA to Luray, VA is about 77.8 miles (125.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.8 miles (99.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 24m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.
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.
Independent city in Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairfax Station and Luray.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfax Station and Luray.
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Start on Ox Road
758 ft · 17 sec · Ox Road
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Turn right onto Burke Centre Parkway
1.1 km · 1 min · Burke Centre Parkway
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Turn right onto Fairfax County Parkway
5.4 mi · 8 min · Fairfax County Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 66 West: Front Royal
1972 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 66 West: Front Royal
2462 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
41.5 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 79: Linden, Front Royal
1334 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Apple Mountain Road
1209 ft · 24 sec · Apple Mountain Road
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Turn right onto John Marshall Highway
4.7 mi · 8 min · John Marshall Highway
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Continue on South Street
2815 ft · 2 min · South Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Royal Avenue
1468 ft · 54 sec · South Royal Avenue
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Continue on Stonewall Jackson Highway
23.3 mi · 34 min · Stonewall Jackson Highway
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Turn left onto East Main Street
55 m · 6 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairfax Station and Luray.
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 66 West
Merge slight left
41.5 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Fairfax Station and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Luray.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairfax Station to Luray?
The road trip is about 77.8 miles (125.2 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Petersburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.8 miles from Fairfax Station and 39 miles from Luray.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.8 miles (99.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 3:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.34 one way or $22.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Fairfax Station and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Luray.
Stop Ideas Near Petersburg
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 Petersburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairfax Station and Luray. Straight-line distance: 61.83 mi (99.5 km).
#1 Fairfax Station
Fairfax Station is a place in Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.8009500, -77.3255400 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Luray
Town of Virginia, United States
| Population | 4,849 |
| Coordinates | 38.6654000, -78.4594500 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Luray (-78.45945, 38.6654)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $4.14 | $11.34 | $22.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.63 | $12.69 | $25.38 |
| Premium | $5.01 | $13.74 | $27.47 |
| Diesel | $6.21 | $17.02 | $34.04 |
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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