Origin
Ashland, VA
Late night in Ashland on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ashland, VA to Richmond, VA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
16.5 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ashland, VA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Ashland to Richmond, you are in for a quick 16.5-mile journey that typically takes about 24 minutes. This straightforward trip stays entirely within the Southeast region of Virginia, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-95, along with portions of Hermitage Road and England Street, to complete your transit. With a fuel cost estimate of just $3, this is an incredibly budget-friendly commute or weekend excursion. Because the route is so compact, it offers maximum flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without the need for planned stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| Hermitage Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| England Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Meadow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Arthur Ashe Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Robin Hood Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Monument Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Marcus-David Peters Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 13.2 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashland, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on this road
68 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto VA 54
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
England Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 South: Richmond
Use the slight right lane.
4
Merge onto I 95
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 95
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 78
Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn right onto VA 161
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
7
Turn left onto Robin Hood Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Robin Hood Road
8
Turn right onto Hermitage Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hermitage Road
9
Continue on North Meadow Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Meadow Street
10
Turn left onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Monument Avenue
11
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft
·
2 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
12
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
VA 54 / England Street
Turn sharp left onto VA 54 / England Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Richmond
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Richmond
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
14.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 78
Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard
5
16.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.58 one way
$5.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.82 | $5.64 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.05 | $6.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
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.
Destination
Richmond, VA
Late night in Richmond on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Sunny
SW 12 mph
0% chance
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
42 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
24m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 80% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 13.2 miles on I-95, which serves as the backbone of this short drive. While the interstate provides a fast, efficient path, transitioning onto England Street and Hermitage Road shifts the pace as you approach your destination. The transition from the highway to local roads creates a distinct change in the driving rhythm, moving you from high-speed transit into the city environment. You will find this to be a functional, utilitarian route designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.2 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Hermitage Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VA 54 / England Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VA 54 / England Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Ashland, VA
Full guide →Ashland is in Central Virginia.
Arriving in Richmond, VA
Full guide →Richmond is the capital of Virginia. Richmond has a population of 227,000 (2020) and the adjacent counties of Henrico and Chesterfield combine to create a local population of more than 1.3 million people.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 16.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.2 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (VA 54 / England Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Richmond, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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