How far is Richmond, VA from Ashburn, VA?
Fastest route
The directions are from Richmond, Virginia, USA to Ashburn, Virginia, USA. The total duration of the journey is 2 hours and 31 minutes, covering a distance of 122 miles via I-95 N and VA-28 N. There are some crashes on I-95 N causing a 26-minute delay.
Directions
- Head northwest on E Grace St toward N 7th St.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto N 7th St.
- Turn right onto E Broad St/US 250.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-95 N.
- Follow I-95 N to VA-123 N/Gordon Blvd in Woodbridge. Take exit 160B from I-95 N.
- Merge onto VA-123 N/Gordon Blvd.
- Continue on VA-123 N and merge onto VA-286 N in Burke.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Keep track of traffic updates to navigate around crashes and delays.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS navigation device or a map app to follow the route accurately.
- 🚦 Observe traffic signs and signals for a safe and smooth journey.
- 🕑 Plan your departure time considering the estimated travel duration and potential delays.
- 🚧 Be prepared for construction or roadwork along the route.
- 📱 Keep emergency contact numbers and roadside assistance information handy.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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 Richmond and Ashburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Ashburn.
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Start on Marcus-David Peters Circle
525 ft · 15 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle
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Exit the rotary onto Monument Avenue
684 ft · 26 sec · Monument Avenue
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Turn right onto North Meadow Street
1157 ft · 30 sec · North Meadow Street
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Continue on Hermitage Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Hermitage Road
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Turn left onto Robin Hood Road
908 ft · 32 sec · Robin Hood Road
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Turn right onto North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
962 ft · 30 sec · North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
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Turn left onto I 95 North, I 64 West
988 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
1797 ft · 28 sec · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
52.8 mi · 58 min · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
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Keep slight right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight left
18.6 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 234 North: Manassas
1717 ft · 42 sec
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Continue on Dumfries Road
13.9 mi · 20 min · Dumfries Road
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Take the exit slight right
1653 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Prince William Parkway
1.7 mi · 3 min · Prince William Parkway
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Continue on Liberia Avenue
1.7 mi · 4 min · Liberia Avenue
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Turn right onto Centreville Road
5.5 mi · 10 min · Centreville Road
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Continue on Sully Road
11.8 mi · 16 min · Sully Road
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Take the exit slight left toward VA 625 West: Waxpool Road, Ashburn
1.2 km · 2 min
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Turn straight onto Waxpool Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Waxpool Road
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Continue on Farmwell Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Farmwell Road
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Turn right onto Ashburn Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Ashburn Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ashburn Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Ashburn.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
52.8 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Sunny leaving Richmond and Sunny near Ashburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Ashburn?
The road trip is about 118.7 miles (191 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Fredericksburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.3 miles from Richmond and 60.3 miles from Ashburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103 miles (165.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 1:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.60 one way or $33.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Richmond and Sunny near Ashburn.
Stop Ideas Near Fredericksburg
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 Fredericksburg.
Fredericksburg
Quantico
Woodbridge station
Lorton station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Ashburn. Straight-line distance: 102.95 mi (165.69 km).
#1 Richmond
The capital of Virginia.
| Population | 232,226 |
| Coordinates | 37.5537600, -77.4602600 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ashburn
Ashburn is a place in Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.0437200, -77.4874900 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ashburn Road (-77.487437, 39.043717)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 191 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $16.60 | $33.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $18.56 | $37.12 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.02 | $40.04 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $23.56 | $47.13 |
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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