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Trip from Leesburg, VA to Middleburg, VA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

31m

Distance

17.9 mi

29 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min
4 AM
0h 29m ★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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historic town within and the county seat of Loudoun County, Virginia, United States

Leesburg, VA

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Downtown Middleburg, VA, VA

Middleburg, VA

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a quick escape from Leesburg, Virginia, the 17.9-mile journey to Middleburg is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 31 minutes. Since both towns are located within the Southeast region of Virginia, you will find this route to be a seamless transition between two local hubs. Budgeting around $3 for fuel makes this an incredibly economical outing, perfect for a spontaneous excursion. Given the short duration, this drive is ideal as a simple day trip, allowing you to spend more time at your destination rather than behind the wheel. It offers a practical way to navigate the area without the need for an overnight stay, keeping your travel plans flexible and low-stress.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
James Monroe Highway 9 mi 12m
Little River Turnpike 5.7 mi 10m
South King Street 2.4 mi 6m
West Washington Street 0.6 mi 1m
East Market Street <0.1 mi <1m
South Madison Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: James Monroe Highway — 9 mi, about 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Leesburg, VA and Middleburg, 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

9.0 mi · 12 min · James Monroe Highway
4

Take the exit

387 ft · 10 sec
5

Turn straight onto US 50

2.8 mi · 5 min · Little River Turnpike
6

Continue on US 50

2.9 mi · 4 min · Little River Turnpike
7

Continue on US 50

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Washington Street
8

Turn left onto SR 776

81 ft · 3 sec · South Madison Street
9

Arrive at destination

SR 776

Heads-up: tricky spots

3 of 3

3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.8 — 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.
3
11.5 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

4
17.8 mi into trip | ~31m in | SR 776 / South Madison Street

Turn left onto SR 776 / South Madison Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.64 one way

$5.29 round trip

$3.75/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.12 $2.90 $5.81
premium $4.49 $3.17 $6.33
diesel $4.80 $3.38 $6.76

Estimated Tolls: $0.40

Little River Turnpike (5.7 mi) $0.40

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Tolls

$0

Total

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 5.4 0 $1.88 $0.86
Efficient EV 4.5 0 $1.57 $0.72
EV Truck/SUV 7.2 0 $2.51 $1.15

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 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.

Forecast as of Jul 15, 2026

Origin

Leesburg, VA

Morning in Leesburg on Sunday

Local time

10:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Clear

W 7 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 12:49AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 12:49AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Destination

Middleburg, VA

Morning in Middleburg on Sunday

Local time

10:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Clear

SW 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 12:49AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 12:49AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

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

31m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive features a mixed profile that transitions through various road types as you head toward Middleburg. You will spend roughly 32% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 9 miles along the James Monroe Highway. Expect to navigate a combination of South King Street and the Little River Turnpike, which creates a blend of local driving and faster highway segments. The road personality shifts as you move between these thoroughfares, offering a practical pace that isn't overly monotonous. You won't find any mandatory stops on this 17.9-mile path, allowing you to maintain a consistent flow from start to finish.

32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9 mi on James Monroe Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 15 BUS / South King Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Leesburg, VA to Middleburg, VA is easy. At 31m with 32% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 17.8 miles (SR 776 / South Madison Street): Navigation decision point.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

493 ft 285 ft

Total Climb

408 ft

Total Descent

257 ft

Highest Point

493 ft

~16.6 mi in

Elevation Range

208 ft

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.

Arriving in Middleburg, VA

Full guide →

Founded 1787

Middleburg is a town of 800 people (2019) in Virginia known as the capital of horse country. This quaint town features historic architecture, tree-lined streets, charming and unique shops, and a variety of dining establishments. Middleburg is also home to The Red Fox Inn, touted as the oldest original inn in the country. Middleburg is a popular place for celebrities to reside or start a second home. Local celebrity residents include Robert Duvall and Willard Scott. Past residents have included President John F. Kennedy and Jackie Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor, and Pamela Harriman. Olympic equestrian riders, Fortune 500, and heirs are included in the towns prestigious list of residents. The Civil War features prominently in the town's history, as troops from both Union and Confederate armies camped and skirmished here on their way to Gettysburg. Confederate Colonel John S.

Top landmarks

  • • National Sporting Library — library and museum in Middleburg, Virginia, USA

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

This is a perfect, easy same-day round trip at just 17.9 miles and 31 minutes each way. You'll have plenty of time to explore Middleburg and still be back home before dinner.

Family Friendly

With a total drive time of under an hour round trip, this route is definitely short enough for kids. The low complexity (2/10) and excellent coverage mean easy navigation for the whole family.

Solo Traveler

At 17.9 miles and 31 minutes each way, this route is comfortably short for a solo drive, allowing ample time to enjoy Middleburg without feeling rushed.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

This is a great route for a first-time driver, with only 17.9 miles and a low complexity of 2/10. The drive is very straightforward and manageable, taking only about 31 minutes each way.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 9 miles on James Monroe Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.40 in tolls one way, starting with Little River Turnpike. 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.

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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 17.8 miles (SR 776 / South Madison Street): Navigation decision point.

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 Middleburg, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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