Rest Stops NearbyI-85 rest stops in Virginia
We list 5 rest stops on I-85 in Virginia, at 3 locations. That includes 1 welcome center. The biggest gap, 32 miles, lies between Bracey Safety Rest Area/Welcome Center and Alberta Safety Rest Area North. The FHWA survey counted 81 truck spaces here in total.
Northbound: Bracey Safety Rest Area/Welcome Center to Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South
| Rest stop | Side | Mile | Near | Restrooms | Truck spaces | From previous |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bracey Safety Rest Area/Welcome Center | NB | 0.5 | Bracey | Yes | 22 | – |
| Alberta Safety Rest Area North | NB | 32 | Alberta | – | 13 | 32 mi |
| Alberta Safety Rest Area South | SB | 32 | Alberta | Yes | 13 | < 1 mi |
| Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area North | NB | 55 | Dinwiddie | Yes | 13 | 23 mi |
| Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South | SB | 55 | Dinwiddie | – | 20 | < 1 mi |
Mile = state mile marker where our sources give one. Distances use mile markers when both stops have one, otherwise the straight-line distance plus 15 % (marked ≈). "–" means we have no data.
Driving southbound
Southbound drivers meet the same list from the other end, beginning at Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South. Stops marked NB in the table are on the other side of the road; use the ones marked SB or Both.
- Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South · mile 55
- Alberta Safety Rest Area South · mile 32
Can you sleep at rest stops in Virginia?
No overnight parking
Overnight parking is not allowed, and sleeping inside rest area buildings is prohibited. This rule has applied since March 11, 2026.
Source: 24VAC30-51-30, checked October 2026. Local signs may be stricter; this summary is not legal advice.
I-85 beyond Virginia
Southbound, I-85 continues in North Carolina. All I-85 rest stops · All rest areas in Virginia
Frequently asked questions
How many rest stops are on I-85 in Virginia?
5 rest stops in our list: 3 reachable northbound and 2 southbound.
What is the longest stretch without a rest stop on I-85 in Virginia?
About 32 miles, between Bracey Safety Rest Area/Welcome Center near Bracey and Alberta Safety Rest Area North near Alberta.
Is there a welcome center on I-85 in Virginia?
Yes: Bracey Safety Rest Area/Welcome Center (northbound).
Which I-85 rest stops in Virginia have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped at 3 of the 5 stops, for example Bracey Safety Rest Area/Welcome Center, Alberta Safety Rest Area South and Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area North. For the others we have no confirmed data.
Can you sleep at I-85 rest stops in Virginia?
Overnight parking is not allowed, and sleeping inside rest area buildings is prohibited. This rule has applied since March 11, 2026. (24VAC30-51-30)