Leesburg, Virginia to Petersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Leesburg, Virginia from Petersburg?

The distance from Leesburg, Virginia to Petersburg is 130.7 miles (210.4 km) as the crow flies. Petersburg is located S of Leesburg, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 163.4 miles, taking about 3h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Leesburg, Virginia and Petersburg. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.