Origin
Alexandria, VA
Late night in Alexandria on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alexandria, VA to Blackstone, VA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
155.6 mi
250 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 6m
★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 42m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 24m
3 PM
3h 28m
5 PM
3h 41m
8 PM
3h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alexandria, VA
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Blackstone, VA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Alexandria to Blackstone covers 155.6 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 17 minutes of road time. Because this route relies entirely on local roads rather than major highways, it is best suited for a single-day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to complete the journey. The drive transitions through the Southeast region, taking you away from the urban density of Northern Virginia toward the quieter landscape of Blackstone. It is a straightforward trip if you prefer a slower, turn-heavy pace over high-speed interstate travel. Planning for one dedicated stop will help keep you refreshed for the duration of the drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.8 miles from Alexandria, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 92 mi | 1h 44m |
| Hull Street Road | 13.9 mi | 20m |
| Military Road | 11 mi | 15m |
| Powhite Parkway | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| Rocky Hill Road | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| Capital Beltway (Local) | 5 mi | 6m |
| East Colonial Trail Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Cox Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 92 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, VA and Blackstone, VA.
1
Start on VA 400
75 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Washington Street
2
Turn right onto King Street
314 ft
·
14 sec
·
King Street
3
Turn right onto South Saint Asaph Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Saint Asaph Street
4
Turn right onto Duke Street
334 ft
·
18 sec
·
Duke Street
5
Turn left onto VA 400
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Washington Street
6
Turn right onto Gibbon Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Gibbon Street
7
Turn left onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Patrick Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
438 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 95 South, I 495 West, I 95 North, I 495 East: Richmond, Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South, I 495 West
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 95; I 495
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Capital Beltway (Local)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
37 mi
·
43 min
·
I 95
Use the slight left lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
55 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 95
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 79
Toward I 195 South, I 64 West: Charlottesville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 195 South
Use the slight left lane.
15
Continue on I 195
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Beltline Expressway
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto VA 76
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Powhite Parkway
Toward SR 160, US 60, US 360: Powhite Parkway
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto VA 76
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
E-ZPass Only (Powhite Parkway)
18
Merge onto VA 76
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Powhite Parkway
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward VA 288 South: Amelia, Chesterfield
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
21
Merge onto VA 288
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 360 West: Hull Street Road, Amelia
23
Merge onto US 360
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on US 360
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Patrick Henry Highway
25
Turn left onto VA 153
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Military Road
26
Continue on VA 153
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Rocky Hill Road
27
Turn right onto US 460
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Colonial Trail Highway
28
Turn left onto US 460 Business
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Cox Road
29
Continue on US 460 Business
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
30
Turn left onto East Broad Street
70 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Broad Street
31
Arrive at destination
East Broad Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local route, leave early in the morning to avoid peak congestion on the initial city streets. With a total travel time of just over three hours, you have the flexibility to complete the trip in one go, but incorporating one planned stop will make the drive significantly more comfortable. Keep an eye on your navigation closely, as the reliance on local roads means you will be making more turns than you would on a standard interstate route. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before departing, as the $25 estimated cost is based on consistent driving conditions. Use your single stop to stretch and reset, especially given the technical nature of the roads you are navigating.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.8 miles from Alexandria, VA, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 34 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.8 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blackstone, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alexandria, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alexandria, VA
This is one driving day of about 155.6 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Alexandria, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 92 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.8 miles from Alexandria, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 255 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 101.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
0.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 495 West, I 95 North, I 495 East: Richmond, Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, I 495 West, I 95 North, I 49...
8
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, I 495 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South, I 495 West
8
98.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward I 195 South, I 64 West: Charlottesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 79
Toward I 195 South, I 64 West: Charlottesville
7
98.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 195 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 195 South
8
101.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
VA 76 / Powhite Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto VA 76 / Powhite Parkway toward SR 160, US 60, US 360: Powhite Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward SR 160, US 60, US 360: Powhite Parkway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.33 one way
$48.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $26.61 | $53.21 |
| premium | $4.70 | $28.80 | $57.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.35 | $68.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.34 | $7.47 |
| Efficient EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.61 | $6.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.78 | $9.96 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Blackstone, VA
Late night in Blackstone on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Petersburg National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 118
Park Closure: Eastern Front Tour Road south of Route 36 - Closed
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very different experience than a typical highway commute, as this route features zero highway miles. Instead, you will navigate a turn-heavy local drive that begins on city streets like King, South Saint Asaph, and Duke. Because the entire 155.6-mile distance is comprised of local roads, you should prepare for constant maneuvering and frequent changes in road conditions rather than a monotonous interstate grind. This technical layout requires your full attention behind the wheel, making it a more active driving experience. The lack of high-speed stretches means your pace will be dictated by local traffic and intersection navigation throughout the entire journey.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Hull Street Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 155.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Alexandria, VA and Blackstone, VA, road signs point toward Chesterfield and Amelia.
Chesterfield
113 mi in
|
~2h 15m
Amelia
115.8 mi in
|
~2h 19m
About the Cities
Starting in Alexandria, VA
Full guide →Alexandria is a city in Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C., in the United States.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 155.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 92 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Blackstone, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Petersburg National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Blackstone, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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