Origin
Bealeton, VA
Late night in Bealeton on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bealeton, VA to Arlington, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
52 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bealeton, VA
Eric Joseph
Arlington, VA
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
This 52-mile drive from Bealeton, VA to Arlington, VA is a manageable 1-hour journey, perfect for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on local roads like Remington Road and James Madison Highway, with no highway driving to speak of, making it a straightforward local route. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $8, making it an economical option. Since it's a relatively short drive, you can easily complete it in one day without needing an overnight stay. This route stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points in Virginia.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Remington Road | — | — |
| Marsh Road | — | — |
| James Madison Highway | — | — |
| Eastern Bypass | — | — |
| US 15 North | — | — |
| I 66 East | — | — |
| VA 120 | — | — |
| Fairfax Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Remington Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bealeton, VA and Arlington, VA.
1
Start on Schoolhouse Road
121 ft
·
5 sec
·
Schoolhouse Road
2
Turn right onto Remington Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Remington Road
3
Turn left onto Marsh Road
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Marsh Road
4
Turn right onto James Madison Highway
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
James Madison Highway
5
Continue on Eastern Bypass
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Eastern Bypass
6
Keep slight left to continue on US 15 North, US 29 North
12 mi
·
17 min
·
US 15 North, US 29 North
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 66 East: Washington
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 66 East: Washington
8
Merge slight left
27 mi
·
33 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward VA 120, VA 237
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
VA 120, VA 237
10
Continue on Fairfax Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Fairfax Drive
11
Turn right onto North Glebe Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Glebe Road
12
Turn slight left onto Wilson Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Boulevard
13
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26 miles from Bealeton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.13 one way
$16.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.62 | $19.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Arlington, VA
Late night in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Gainesville, VA
26 mi in
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
29 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
1h 2m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, characterized by a profile that involves frequent navigation of local roads. You won't encounter any highway stretches, as the highway share is 0%. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't a significant factor here due to the nature of the drive. Instead, anticipate a more engaged driving experience as you navigate through various local thoroughfares, including Remington Road and Marsh Road. This type of route offers a more intimate connection with the landscape between Bealeton and Arlington.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Remington Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bealeton, VA to Arlington, VA is easy. At 1h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bealeton, VA to Arlington, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 52 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bealeton, VA to Arlington, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arlington, VA before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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