How far is Lexington, VA from Arlington, VA?
The driving distance from Lexington, VA to Arlington, VA is about 184.2 miles (296.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.7 miles (237.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m 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
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
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.
Town in Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lexington and Arlington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington and Arlington.
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Start on East Nelson Street
20 m · 6 sec · East Nelson Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
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Take the ramp right
1462 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
30.9 mi · 33 min
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Keep slight left
78.9 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 66 East: Front Royal, Washington
1920 ft · 47 sec
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Continue straight
42.8 mi · 46 min
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Keep slight right
27.8 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 120, VA 237
1641 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on Fairfax Drive
573 ft · 25 sec · Fairfax Drive
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Turn right onto North Glebe Road
985 ft · 33 sec · North Glebe Road
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Turn slight left onto Wilson Boulevard
2854 ft · 2 min · Wilson Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wilson Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lexington and Arlington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Main Street
Keep slight left
78.9 mi · 01h 26m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Lexington and Mostly Cloudy near Arlington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lexington to Arlington?
The road trip is about 184.2 miles (296.5 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Edinburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92 miles from Lexington and 92.3 miles from Arlington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.7 miles (237.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:32 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.30 one way or $50.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Lexington and Mostly Cloudy near Arlington.
Stop Ideas Near Edinburg
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 Edinburg.
Culpeper station
Staunton station
Charlottesville Union Station
Martinsburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lexington and Arlington. Straight-line distance: 147.67 mi (237.65 km).
#1 Lexington
Lexington is a place in Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.7840200, -79.4428200 |
| Altitude | 324 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arlington
A county in Virginia.
| Population | 229,164 |
| Coordinates | 38.8810100, -77.1042800 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilson Boulevard (-77.104347, 38.881084)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $25.30 | $50.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.39 | $28.56 | $57.12 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $31.18 | $62.36 |
| Diesel | $6.18 | $40.16 | $80.33 |
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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