Road Trips from Bristow, VA
Looking for a quick getaway from Bristow? You've got options ranging from short hops to nearby cities to longer drives that get you out of the immediate area. Several routes are highway-focused, making for efficient travel, while one offers a more local feel with turns. You can find destinations with extensive park systems for outdoor exploration or stick to city-centric trips. Whether you want to be back by dinner or are thinking about a longer excursion, there's a drive here to fit your needs.
Total Routes
11
Shortest
0.8h
With Parks Nearby
4
Under 2 hours
Richmond, VA
1h 56m92.5 mi one way
This 1.9-hour drive to Richmond is a solid highway-focused option, scoring an 8 for its drive quality. It's a good balance if you want to cover ground efficiently without going too far, offering more distance than Arlington or Alexandria but less than the longer coastal trips.
Arlington, VA
46m32.2 mi one way
For a quick trip, this 0.8-hour drive to Arlington is the shortest option. It's a highway-focused route, and while it doesn't have parks directly in the destination, the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail is nearby, offering a green space accessible on your way.
Full-day getaway
8 total in this range
Hampton, VA
3h 15m164.9 mi one way
This 3.3-hour drive to Hampton is one of the longer options, boasting a high drive score of 9. It's a highway-focused route that also includes access to several significant parks, such as Colonial National Historical Park and Fort Monroe National Monument, distinguishing it from many other destinations.
Suffolk, VA
3h 47m184.8 mi one way
If you're looking for the longest drive, this 3.8-hour trip to Suffolk is it, with a perfect drive score of 9. It offers a mixed highway and surface road experience and includes access to a range of parks, including Colonial National Historical Park and Petersburg National Battlefield.
Newport News, VA
3h 6m157.4 mi one way
At 3.1 hours and 157.4 miles, this highway-focused drive to Newport News scores a 9. It's a substantial trip that provides access to Colonial National Historical Park and Fort Monroe National Monument, offering historical and natural attractions.
Norfolk, VA
3h 38m179.8 mi one way
Covering 179.8 miles and taking 3.6 hours, this highway-focused drive to Norfolk offers a substantial trip with a high drive score of 9. It's a good option if you want to reach the coast efficiently without the additional park access found on some other longer routes.
Chesapeake, VA
3h 43m184 mi one way
Weekend trip
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Hampton, VA
3h 15m164.9 mi one way
Suffolk, VA
3h 47m184.8 mi one way
Newport News, VA
3h 6m157.4 mi one way
Norfolk, VA
3h 38m179.8 mi one way
Hampton, VA
3h 15m164.9 mi one way
Suffolk, VA
3h 47m184.8 mi one way
Chesapeake, VA
3h 43m184 mi one way
Virginia Beach, VA
3h 55m195.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions for highway-focused trips and opportunities to explore nearby parks like those near Hampton or Roanoke.
Summer
Summer's warmth makes coastal destinations like Virginia Beach or Norfolk appealing, though parks near Hampton and Roanoke are also accessible.
Fall
Fall colors could enhance drives to destinations with nearby parks, such as Roanoke or Hampton, on the highway-focused routes.
Winter
Winter travel is best suited for the efficient highway-focused drives, with shorter trips to Arlington or Alexandria being practical options.
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