Origin
Burke, VA
Late night in Burke on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burke, VA to Leesburg, 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
54m
Distance
35.3 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burke, VA
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Leesburg, VA
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Trip Overview
Stretching 35.3 miles across Northern Virginia, this drive connects Burke to Leesburg in approximately 54 minutes. It functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can expect to spend about $6 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly local trek. The route relies on a combination of Burke Lake Road, the Fairfax County Parkway, and US 50 West to navigate the suburban landscape. Because you are traveling entirely within the Southeast region, the transition between these two points is seamless and familiar. It is a practical choice for those needing a direct path between these two Virginia hubs without the need for high-speed interstate travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dulles Greenway | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Fairfax County Parkway | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| Sully Road | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Route 50 | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Burke Lake Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| South King Street | 1 mi | 3m |
| Leesburg Bypass | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Burke Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dulles Greenway
— 11.7 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burke, VA and Leesburg, VA.
1
Start on SR 652
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Burke Road
2
Turn left onto SR 645
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Burke Lake Road
3
Turn right onto VA 286
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
Fairfax County Parkway
Use the right lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 50 West
5
Merge onto US 50
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Route 50
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward VA 28 North: Dulles Airport
7
Merge onto VA 28
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Sully Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward VA 267 West: Leesburg
Use the slight left lane.
9
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
10
Merge onto VA 267
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Dulles Greenway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1A
Toward US 15 South, VA 7 West: Leesburg
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 15; VA 7
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Leesburg Bypass
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward US 15 Business: Leesburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto US 15 BUS
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South King Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto VA 7 BUS
226 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Market Street
16
Arrive at destination
VA 7 BUS
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from Burke, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 34.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
VA 286 / Fairfax County Parkway
Turn right onto VA 286 / Fairfax County Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
20.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward VA 267 West: Leesburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward VA 267 West: Leesburg
9
33.3 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 15 South, VA 7 West: Leesburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward US 15 South, VA 7 West: Leesburg
7
34.1 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward US 15 Business: Leesburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 15 Business: Leesburg
6
34.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 15 BUS / South King Street
Turn right onto US 15 BUS / South King Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.52 one way
$11.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.04 | $12.07 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.53 | $13.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.79 | $15.59 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.92
Dulles Greenway
(11.7 mi)
$2.92
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$3
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.69 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Leesburg, VA
Late night in Leesburg on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
54m 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 rather than a monotonous highway experience, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate a series of interconnected suburban roads that demand your full attention behind the wheel. The road's personality is defined by frequent intersections and local traffic patterns rather than open stretches of pavement. Because there is no extended highway time, you should prepare for a steady, hands-on driving pace from start to finish. This is a route built for maneuverability, keeping you engaged with the local infrastructure throughout the entire 35.3-mile distance.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on Dulles Greenway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 2.1 miles in near VA 286 / Fairfax County Parkway.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 35.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (VA 286 / Fairfax County Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Leesburg, VA
Full guide →Founded 1758
Leesburg is in Loudoun County, Virginia. During the War of 1812, Leesburg was used as a temporary capital of the United States when the British occupied Washington.
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 54m. Total distance: 35.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.7 miles on Dulles Greenway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.92 in tolls one way, starting with Dulles Greenway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Leesburg, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (VA 286 / Fairfax County Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Leesburg, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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