The Caboose Market & Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Ashland, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18047982933
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h
Distance
198.1 mi
319 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alexandria, VA
Wikimedia Commons
Concord, VA
César O'neill
This 198.1-mile drive from Alexandria, VA, to Concord, VA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours to complete. The route primarily utilizes I-95, Anderson Highway, and Maidens Road, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $31, this journey through Virginia's Southeast region is an economical option for a quick getaway. Given its reasonable duration, it's well-suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and pacing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
99 miles from Alexandria, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 86.5 mi | 1h 37m |
| Anderson Highway | 24.7 mi | 31m |
| Maidens Road | 11.6 mi | 16m |
| Old Courthouse Road | 10 mi | 11m |
| I 64 | 9.9 mi | 10m |
| Richmond Highway | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| Mount Rush Highway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| East James Anderson Highway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, VA and Concord, VA.
Start on VA 400
Turn right onto King Street
Turn right onto South Saint Asaph Street
Turn right onto Duke Street
Turn left onto VA 400
Turn right onto Gibbon Street
Turn left onto US 1
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 95; I 495
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 295
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
At end of road, turn left onto SR 617
At end of road, turn right onto US 250
Turn left onto SR 632
Turn left onto SR 634
Turn right onto US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Turn slight left onto VA 24
Continue on VA 24
Take the exit onto VA 24
Merge onto US 460; VA 24
Turn left onto VA 24
Turn left onto SR 609
Arrive at destination
For this 4-hour drive, starting your trip in the morning allows ample time to reach Concord without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to decide when and where to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto Anderson Highway and Maidens Road, as services might be less frequent than on I-95. The $31 fuel estimate is a good baseline for budgeting your expenses for this trip.
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.
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 44 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Alexandria, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 198.1 miles and 4h.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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.
A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 99 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 86.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Around the midpoint, short detour
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
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Around the midpoint, short detour
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+18044243399
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Hours: 9:30 am–9:30 pm
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Ashland, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
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Ashland, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
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Springfield, Virginia
Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm
+17034554141
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Hours: 11:30 am–2:30 pm
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Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–10 pm
+15405825250
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Henrico, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18045621479
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Hours: 8:30 am–2:30 pm
+18044243399
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Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18044473766
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Powhatan, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+18043726134
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Alexandria, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+17032128211
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Richmond, Virginia
+18043088837
Around the midpoint, short detour
Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: 9 am–9 pm
+18047996041
Early in the drive, ~11 min detour
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+18044001505
Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
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Richmond, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+33172676914
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Fredericksburg, VA
Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm
+15407868344
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Ruther Glen, Virginia
Near the start, right off the route
Triangle, Virginia
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
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Alexandria, Virginia
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+17032892500
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Alexandria, Virginia
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+17036832007
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Alexandria, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+15712720095
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Oxon Hill, Maryland
Hours: 4–10 pm
+13018428650
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lorton, Virginia
Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm
+17036902121
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Oxon Hill, Maryland
Hours: 10 am–9:30 pm
+13015501873
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Oxon Hill, Maryland
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18776285427
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 112.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
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
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Charlottesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 617: Oilville, Goochland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$30.98 one way
$61.96 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $33.87 | $67.74 |
| premium | $4.70 | $36.66 | $73.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.74 | $87.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.80 | $9.51 |
| Efficient EV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.33 | $7.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.2 | 0 | $27.73 | $12.68 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Alexandria on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Concord on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
53°F
Ashland, VA
99 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Historical Park
On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Expect a varied driving experience on this 198.1-mile journey. Nearly half of the drive, about 49%, is on the interstate, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 86.5 miles on I-95. As you transition to roads like Anderson Highway and Maidens Road, the character shifts from faster highway speeds to a more mixed, potentially slower pace. This blend means you'll encounter both efficient travel and more local road conditions.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
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 27 significant decision points across 198.1 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 6.6 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Alexandria, VA to Concord, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Goochland along the way.
Goochland
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 198.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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