How far is Falls Church, VA from Alexandria, VA?
Fastest route
The distance between Falls Church, Virginia, and Alexandria, Virginia is approximately 9.3 miles (15 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 23 minutes.
Directions
- Head southwest on N Washington St toward W Broad St/Leesburg Pike (26 ft).
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto E Broad St/Leesburg Pike.
- Continue to follow Leesburg Pike. Pass by Panera Bread (on the right in 3 mi) (4.3 mi).
- Continue onto King St (3.6 mi).
- Turn right onto Callahan Dr (0.2 mi).
- Sharp left onto Duke St (0.7 mi).
- Keep left to stay on Duke St (0.3 mi).
- Turn left onto George Washington Mem Pkwy/S Washington St (0.1 mi).
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Use Leesburg Pike and King St as they are the fastest routes considering traffic conditions.
- 🕑 Keep an eye on traffic updates for a smoother journey.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 23m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Falls Church and Alexandria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Falls Church and Alexandria.
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Start on North Washington Street
9 m · 9 sec · North Washington Street
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Turn left onto East Broad Street
1 mi · 3 min · East Broad Street
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Continue on Leesburg Pike
3.3 mi · 7 min · Leesburg Pike
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Continue on King Street
1.1 km · 2 min · King Street
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Continue on King Street
3.1 mi · 9 min · King Street
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Turn right onto Daingerfield Road
554 ft · 23 sec · Daingerfield Road
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Turn left onto Prince Street
1 km · 2 min · Prince Street
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Turn left onto South Washington Street
113 m · 20 sec · South Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Falls Church and Alexandria.
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.
Leesburg Pike
Continue on Leesburg Pike
3.27 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Falls Church and Chance Rain Showers near Alexandria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Falls Church to Alexandria?
The road trip is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km) and usually takes 00h 23m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Baileys Crossroads is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.5 miles from Falls Church and 10.4 miles from Alexandria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.6 miles (13.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.06 one way or $4.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Falls Church and Chance Rain Showers near Alexandria.
Stop Ideas Near Baileys Crossroads
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
United States Capitol
D C Government
THEARC: Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus
Town Hall Liquor And Bar
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Baileys Crossroads.
Union Station
Washington Union Station
Burke Centre
Lorton station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Falls Church and Alexandria. Straight-line distance: 8.56 mi (13.78 km).
#1 Falls Church
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 14,631 |
| Coordinates | 38.8823300, -77.1710900 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alexandria
A city in Virginia.
| Population | 158,726 |
| Coordinates | 38.8048400, -77.0469200 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Washington Street (-77.04696, 38.804845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $2.06 | $4.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $2.30 | $4.61 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $2.48 | $4.97 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $2.92 | $5.85 |
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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