Quick ride by bicycle from Washington D.C. to Alexandria
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Washington D.C. to Alexandria
- 47 min
- Duration
- 13.5 km
- Distance
- 57 m
- Ascent
- 42 m
- Descent
- 17.4 km/h
- Avg. speed
- 18 m
- Max. altitude
Hop on your bike for a leisurely ride from the heart of Washington D.C. to the historic streets of Alexandria! This route is just under 14 km, making it perfect for a morning spin or a relaxed afternoon journey. You'll cruise mostly along smooth, dedicated cycleways, hugging the Potomac River for a good part of the way—perfect for soaking in some classic waterfront views.
Starting in D.C., you’ll leave the hustle and bustle behind as you roll past monuments and leafy parks, then follow the well-loved Mount Vernon Trail. Keep your eyes peeled for planes overhead near National Airport! With only a few gentle hills and very little traffic, it’s a relaxed trip for riders of all skill levels.
Once you reach Alexandria, take a moment to stroll the charming Old Town and maybe grab a coffee on King Street. Founded in 1749, Alexandria is full of cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and plenty of spots to lock up your bike and explore. Enjoy the ride!
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The best bike routes from Washington D.C. to Alexandria
Mt. Vernon Trail
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 8.2 km
- Distance
- 40 m
- Ascent
- 53 m
- Descent
Arlington to 2302 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 5.1 km
- Distance
- 16 m
- Ascent
- 13 m
- Descent
Foggy Bottom To Braddock Metro
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 12.1 km
- Distance
- 33 m
- Ascent
- 45 m
- Descent
Alexandria
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 17 km
- Distance
- 79 m
- Ascent
- 127 m
- Descent
1741 Johnson Ave NW, Washington to Mount Vernon Trail, Alexandria
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 20.7 km
- Distance
- 431 m
- Ascent
- 457 m
- Descent
U.S. Air Force Cycling Classic
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 10.4 km
- Distance
- 97 m
- Ascent
- 96 m
- Descent
1100 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 13.8 km
- Distance
- 61 m
- Ascent
- 49 m
- Descent
E St SW, Washington to Annie Rose Ave, Alexandria
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 11.2 km
- Distance
- 37 m
- Ascent
- 38 m
- Descent
900–944 31st St NW, Washington to 1319 Prince St, Alexandria
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 14.2 km
- Distance
- 87 m
- Ascent
- 81 m
- Descent
Relaxed Saturday Route In Arlington
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 7.5 km
- Distance
- 21 m
- Ascent
- 17 m
- Descent
Work
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 13.3 km
- Distance
- 56 m
- Ascent
- 110 m
- Descent
I-395 S, Arlington to W Uhler Terr, Alexandria
Cycling route in Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- 42.2 km
- Distance
- 486 m
- Ascent
- 449 m
- Descent
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1741 Johnson Ave NW, Washington to Mount Vernon Trail, Alexandria- Distance
- 20.7 km
- Ascent
- 431 m
- Descent
- 457 m
- Location
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
U.S. Air Force Cycling Classic- Distance
- 10.4 km
- Ascent
- 97 m
- Descent
- 96 m
- Location
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
1100 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314- Distance
- 13.8 km
- Ascent
- 61 m
- Descent
- 49 m
- Location
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
E St SW, Washington to Annie Rose Ave, Alexandria- Distance
- 11.2 km
- Ascent
- 37 m
- Descent
- 38 m
- Location
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
900–944 31st St NW, Washington to 1319 Prince St, Alexandria- Distance
- 14.2 km
- Ascent
- 87 m
- Descent
- 81 m
- Location
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
Relaxed Saturday Route In Arlington- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Ascent
- 21 m
- Descent
- 17 m
- Location
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
Work- Distance
- 13.3 km
- Ascent
- 56 m
- Descent
- 110 m
- Location
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
I-395 S, Arlington to W Uhler Terr, Alexandria- Distance
- 42.2 km
- Ascent
- 486 m
- Descent
- 449 m
- Location
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
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