Bristow, VA to Richmond, VA is 92.5 miles and takes about 1h 56m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day drive primarily within Virginia, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a highway-focused experience that gets you to your destination efficiently. With a relatively short duration and a predictable route, this trip is ideal for those looking for a quick and easy transit between these two locations. Plan for a direct journey with minimal detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Bristow, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
73.9 mi
1h 23m
Bristow Road
9.1 mi
15m
Dumfries Road
7 mi
10m
Hermitage Road
1.1 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
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 73.9 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristow, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on SR 619
9.1 mi·15 min·Bristow Road
2
Turn right onto VA 234
7.0 mi·10 min·Dumfries Road
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi·58 sec
4
Merge onto I 95
18 mi·20 min·I 95
Use the straight lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
56 mi·1 hr 2 min·I 95
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·40 sec
Exit 78Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto VA 161
0.2 mi·28 sec·North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
8
Turn left onto Robin Hood Road
0.2 mi·30 sec·Robin Hood Road
9
Turn right onto Hermitage Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Hermitage Road
10
Continue on North Meadow Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·North Meadow Street
11
Turn left onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi·26 sec·Monument Avenue
12
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft·2 sec·Marcus-David Peters Circle
13
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under two hours, this trip is perfectly suited for a same-day excursion. You can leave Bristow, VA any time of day and still arrive in Richmond, VA comfortably before evening. There are no designated stops in the data, so you can choose to make a quick fuel or rest stop as needed, perhaps midway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $14 estimated cost suggests a direct trip without significant sightseeing detours. Your main focus will be navigating I 95, so ensure you're comfortable with highway driving.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.3 miles from Bristow, VA, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richmond, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bristow, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bristow, VA
This is one driving day of about 92.5 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Bristow, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 73.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.1 and 92.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
9.1 mi into trip|~15m in|VA 234 / Dumfries Road
Turn right onto VA 234 / Dumfries Road
Navigation decision point
5
16.6 mi into trip|~27m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
34.7 mi into trip|~48m in|I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
90.5 mi into trip|~1h 50m 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
92.5 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|Marcus-David Peters Circle
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.46 one way
$28.93 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$15.82
$31.63
premium
$4.70
$17.12
$34.24
diesel
$5.61
$20.42
$40.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.8
0
$9.71
$4.44
Efficient EV
23.1
0
$8.09
$3.70
EV Truck/SUV
37
0
$12.95
$5.92
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Bristow, VA
Morning
in Bristow on Sunday
Local time
11:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Richmond, VA
Morning
in Richmond on Sunday
Local time
11:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a highway-focused drive, with 80% of the journey taking place on major highways, predominantly I 95. You'll experience a significant stretch of 73.9 miles on I 95 without needing to exit, offering a consistent pace. The initial portion involves local roads like Bristow Road and Dumfries Road before merging onto the interstate. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, allowing you to cover ground quickly on well-maintained highways.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.9 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Bristow Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in near VA 234 / Dumfries Road.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 56m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles (VA 234 / Dumfries Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.7 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 92.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 73.9 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 9.1 miles (VA 234 / Dumfries Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.7 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
