How far is Leesburg, VA from Pulaski, VA?
The driving distance from Leesburg, VA to Pulaski, VA is about 258.9 miles (416.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 225.8 miles (363.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 00m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leesburg and Pulaski.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leesburg and Pulaski.
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Start on East Market Street
1 mi · 3 min · East Market Street
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Take the ramp straight toward VA 7 West: Winchester
875 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Leesburg Pike
15.5 mi · 21 min · Leesburg Pike
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Continue on Harry Byrd Highway
13.6 mi · 19 min · Harry Byrd Highway
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Continue on Berryville Pike
3.6 mi · 6 min · Berryville Pike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 81 South: Roanoke
1827 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
124 mi · 2 hr 15 min
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Keep slight left
97.1 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 99: Pulaski
1085 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto Count Pulaski Drive
1.5 km · 1 min · Count Pulaski Drive
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Continue on East Main Street
2.4 mi · 6 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Washington Avenue
15 m · 2 sec · North Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Leesburg and Pulaski.
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 81 South
Merge slight left
124 mi · 02h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Leesburg and Mostly Sunny near Pulaski.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leesburg to Pulaski?
The road trip is about 258.9 miles (416.7 km) and usually takes 05h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jolivue is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129.4 miles from Leesburg and 129.5 miles from Pulaski.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 225.8 miles (363.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:58 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.20 one way or $72.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Leesburg and Mostly Sunny near Pulaski.
Stop Ideas Near Jolivue
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 Jolivue.
Staunton station
Charlottesville Union Station
Clifton Forge
Kemper Street station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leesburg and Pulaski. Straight-line distance: 225.82 mi (363.42 km).
#1 Leesburg
Historic town within and the county seat of Loudoun County, Virginia, United States
| Population | 54,488 |
| Coordinates | 39.1156600, -77.5636000 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pulaski
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 8,657 |
| Coordinates | 37.0479000, -80.7797900 |
| Altitude | 580 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pulaski (-80.77979, 37.0479)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 417 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $36.20 | $72.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $40.48 | $80.96 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $43.67 | $87.34 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $51.40 | $102.81 |
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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