Origin
McLean, VA
Late night in McLean on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McLean, VA to Fort Hunt, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
24.8 mi
40 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 35m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McLean, VA
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Fort Hunt, VA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from McLean to Fort Hunt, you can expect a manageable 24.8-mile journey that typically takes about 38 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as the short duration eliminates the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Dolley Madison Boulevard, the Capital Beltway, and Fort Hunt Road. Budgeting around $4 for fuel should be sufficient for this local trek across Northern Virginia. Since both the origin and destination are located in the Southeast region, the drive remains within a consistent geographic context, making it a straightforward experience for any local traveler.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Beltway | 15.1 mi | 18m |
| Fort Hunt Road | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| Dolley Madison Boulevard | 2 mi | 4m |
| Capital Beltway (Local) | 2 mi | 2m |
| Old Dominion Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Elm Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Collingwood Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Beverly Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Capital Beltway
— 15.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McLean, VA and Fort Hunt, VA.
1
Start on Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Elm Street
2
Turn left onto Beverly Road
365 ft
·
15 sec
·
Beverly Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto VA 309
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Old Dominion Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto VA 123
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Dolley Madison Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 495 South
6
Merge onto I 495
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Capital Beltway (Local)
Toward I 95, I 495: Alexandria
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 177A-B
Toward US 1: Alexandria, Fort Belvoir
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 177A
Toward US 1 South: Fort Belvoir
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 1
344 ft
·
6 sec
·
Richmond Highway
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Fort Hunt Road: Old Richmond Highway
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto SR 629
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Fort Hunt Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto SR 628
457 ft
·
20 sec
·
Collingwood Road
14
Turn left
250 ft
·
20 sec
15
Turn right
220 ft
·
16 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 20.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Beverly Road
Turn left onto Beverly Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
18 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local) toward I 95, I 495: Alexandria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95, I 495: Alexandria
8
20 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Alexandria, Fort Belvoir
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177A-B
Toward US 1: Alexandria, Fort Belvoir
9
20.1 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 South: Fort Belvoir
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177A
Toward US 1 South: Fort Belvoir
7
20.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward Fort Hunt Road: Old Richmond Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Fort Hunt Road: Old Richmond Highway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.88 one way
$7.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.59 | $9.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.48 | $10.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.60 | $1.19 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.59 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Fort Hunt, VA
Late night in Fort Hunt on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°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
38m 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 requires your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While you will spend 15.1 miles on the Capital Beltway, the route features 0% highway share in terms of long-distance interstate travel, keeping you primarily on local arteries. You will find that the character of the road shifts as you transition from the initial boulevard stretches into the more technical segments near your destination. This mix of fast-moving traffic and local maneuvering keeps the drive engaging without being overly taxing. You won't find long, empty stretches here, as the route is defined by its frequent transitions between major thoroughfares and secondary roads.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.1 mi on Capital Beltway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Beverly Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 14 decision points packed into just 24.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Beverly Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between McLean, VA and Fort Hunt, VA, road signs point toward Fort Belvoir and Fort Hunt Road: Old Richmond Highway.
Fort Belvoir
20 mi in
|
~28m
Fort Hunt Road: Old Richmond Highway
20.4 mi in
|
~29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 24.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.1 miles on Capital Beltway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Fort Hunt, 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 0.1 miles (Beverly Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — 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 Fort Hunt, 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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