Origin
Leesburg, VA
Morning in Leesburg on Tuesday
Local time
7:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leesburg, VA to Linton Hall, 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
46m
Distance
28.2 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leesburg, VA
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Linton Hall, VA
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Trip Overview
Leesburg, VA to Linton Hall, VA is 28.2 miles and takes about 46m via James Monroe Highway, James Madison Highway, and Linton Hall Road, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Virginia's Southeast region, offering a straightforward local drive. It's a short journey, perfect for a quick excursion or as part of a larger exploration of the area. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple, direct path without the complexities of major highways.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| James Monroe Highway | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| James Madison Highway | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| Linton Hall Road | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| South King Street | 2.4 mi | 6m |
| Heathcote Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Catharpin Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| John Marshall Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Devlin Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
James Monroe Highway
— 11.7 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leesburg, VA and Linton Hall, VA.
1
Start on VA 7 BUS
226 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Market Street
2
Turn left onto US 15 BUS
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South King Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 15
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
James Monroe Highway
4
Enter roundabout onto US 15
166 ft
·
2 sec
·
James Monroe Highway
5
Continue on US 15
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
James Monroe Highway
6
Enter roundabout onto US 15
82 ft
·
1 sec
·
James Monroe Highway
7
Continue on US 15
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Monroe Highway
8
Continue on US 15
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
James Madison Highway
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 2502
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Heathcote Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto Catharpin Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Catharpin Road
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto VA 55
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
John Marshall Highway
12
Continue on Linton Hall Road
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Linton Hall Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto SR 621
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Devlin Road
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
SR 621
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 28 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 15 BUS / South King Street
Turn left onto US 15 BUS / South King Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
11.5 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 15 / James Monroe Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 15 / James Monroe Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
11.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 15 / James Monroe Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 15 / James Monroe Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
23.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Catharpin Road
Turn right onto Catharpin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
28 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
SR 621 / Devlin Road
Turn left onto SR 621 / Devlin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.41 one way
$8.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.82 | $9.64 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.22 | $10.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.23 | $12.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Linton Hall, VA
Morning in Linton Hall on Tuesday
Local time
7:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
2 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
46m 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?
This route is characterized by frequent turns rather than sustained highway cruising, with a 0% highway share. You'll find yourself navigating local roads for the entirety of the 28.2-mile trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.7 miles on James Monroe Highway. Expect a more engaged driving experience as you transition between different local roads, keeping you attentive throughout the relatively short duration.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on James Monroe Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 15 BUS / South King Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 15 BUS / South King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.5 miles (US 15 / James Monroe Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.9 miles (US 15 / James Monroe Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
About the Cities
Starting 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 46m. Total distance: 28.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m 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 with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.7 miles on James Monroe Highway. 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 (US 15 BUS / South King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.5 miles (US 15 / James Monroe Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.9 miles (US 15 / James Monroe Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Linton Hall, 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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