How far is Waynesboro, VA from Manassas, VA?
The driving distance from Waynesboro, VA to Manassas, VA is about 107.1 miles (172.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.9 miles (144.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 04m.
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.
City in Madison County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waynesboro and Manassas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waynesboro and Manassas.
-
1
Start on South Wayne Avenue
13 m · 5 sec · South Wayne Avenue
-
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
2.1 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
-
3
Continue on Three Notched Mountain Highway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Three Notched Mountain Highway
-
4
Take the ramp slight right
578 ft · 14 sec
-
5
Keep slight left to continue on I-64 East: Charlottesville
1587 ft · 39 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
18.5 mi · 20 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 29 North: Charlottesville, Culpeper
1389 ft · 34 sec
-
8
Continue straight
3.8 mi · 5 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right
882 ft · 26 sec
-
10
Turn slight right onto Emmet Street North
44 m · 11 sec · Emmet Street North
-
11
Continue on Emmet Street North
2610 ft · 1 min · Emmet Street North
-
12
Continue on Seminole Trail
33.9 mi · 49 min · Seminole Trail
-
13
Continue on James Monroe Highway
7.7 mi · 10 min · James Monroe Highway
-
14
Continue on James Madison Highway
14.7 mi · 18 min · James Madison Highway
-
15
Turn slight right onto Catlett Road
13.9 mi · 23 min · Catlett Road
-
16
Continue on Nokesville Road
8.4 mi · 14 min · Nokesville Road
-
17
Continue on Center Street
1.4 km · 3 min · Center Street
-
18
Turn left onto Grant Avenue
24 m · 1 sec · Grant Avenue
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grant Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waynesboro and Manassas.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Seminole Trail
Continue on Seminole Trail
33.9 mi · 00h 49m
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 Waynesboro and Sunny near Manassas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waynesboro to Manassas?
The road trip is about 107.1 miles (172.3 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Madison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.4 miles from Waynesboro and 53.6 miles from Manassas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.9 miles (144.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 2:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.97 one way or $29.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waynesboro and Sunny near Manassas.
Stop Ideas Near Madison
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 Madison.
Culpeper station
Charlottesville Union Station
Fredericksburg
Staunton station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waynesboro and Manassas. Straight-line distance: 89.92 mi (144.71 km).
#1 Waynesboro
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 22,741 |
| Coordinates | 38.0684700, -78.8894700 |
| Altitude | 392 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Manassas
The county seat of Prince William County, Virginia.
| Population | 40,869 |
| Coordinates | 38.7509500, -77.4752700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grant Avenue (-77.475156, 38.750964)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 172 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $14.97 | $29.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $16.74 | $33.48 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $21.26 | $42.52 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Virginia · May 13, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.