Origin
Culpeper, VA
Late night in Culpeper on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Culpeper, VA to Manassas, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
36.6 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Culpeper, VA
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Manassas, VA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Culpeper to Manassas, you are looking at a straightforward 36.6-mile journey that typically takes about 59 minutes. Since this is a short trip within the Southeast region of Virginia, it works perfectly as a quick day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a very budget-friendly transit. The route relies primarily on local roads rather than major interstates, offering a direct path between these two communities. It is a practical choice for those who prefer navigating local corridors over the stress of heavy highway traffic.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Catlett Road | 13.9 mi | 23m |
| James Madison Highway | 10.5 mi | 14m |
| Nokesville Road | 8.4 mi | 13m |
| Brandy Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Center Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| US 15 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Davis Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Catlett Road
— 13.9 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Culpeper, VA and Manassas, VA.
1
Start on this road
94 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West Davis Street
143 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Davis Street
3
Turn left onto US 522; US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
4
Enter roundabout onto US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS
82 ft
·
3 sec
·
James Madison Highway
5
Continue on US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
James Madison Highway
6
Continue on US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Brandy Road
7
Turn left onto US 15 Business; US 29 Business
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 15 Business; US 29 Business
Toward US 15 North, US 29 North
8
Merge onto US 15; US 29
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
James Madison Highway
9
Turn slight right onto VA 28
14 mi
·
23 min
·
Catlett Road
10
Continue on VA 28
8.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Nokesville Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on VA 28
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Center Street
12
Turn left onto VA 234 BUS
77 ft
·
1 sec
·
Grant Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
VA 234 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 36.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from Culpeper, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 36.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Davis Street
Turn right onto West Davis Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 522; US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 522; US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS / James Madison Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS / James Madison Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 15 Business; US 29 Business
Turn left onto US 15 Business; US 29 Business toward US 15 North, US 29 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 15 North, US 29 North
4
36.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
VA 234 BUS / Grant Avenue
Turn left onto VA 234 BUS / Grant Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.72 one way
$11.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.26 | $12.52 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.77 | $13.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Manassas, VA
Late night in Manassas on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m 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 that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will spend your time navigating Catlett Road, James Madison Highway, and Nokesville Road, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being a 13.9-mile segment on Catlett Road. Because the route consists entirely of local roads, you won't encounter the monotonous rhythm of a high-speed interstate. The character of the drive remains consistent throughout, requiring you to stay attentive as you transition between these specific thoroughfares. It is a functional path that favors local connections over high-speed highway miles.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on Catlett Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Davis Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Culpeper, VA to Manassas, VA is easy. At 59m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Davis Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 522; US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS / James Madison Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
About the Cities
Arriving in Manassas, VA
Full guide →Manassas is a small city in northern Virginia with a strong Civil War presence. The First and Second Battles of Bull Run were fought nearby.
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 59m. Total distance: 36.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on Catlett Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (West Davis Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 522; US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 15 BUS; US 29 BUS / James Madison Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Shenandoah National Park and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. 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 Manassas, 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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