This 174.5-mile journey from Chatmoss to Richmond, Virginia, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take around 3 hours and 50 minutes. The route primarily follows Kings Highway, US 58, and West Patrick Henry Highway, offering a diverse driving experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $27, it's an affordable option for exploring within Virginia's Southeast region. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, so be prepared for a more engaged driving style rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. It's a great choice for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
87.3 miles from Chatmoss, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Kings Highway
39.7 mi
47m
US 58
29.1 mi
36m
West Patrick Henry Highway
24.6 mi
31m
Philpott Road
19.7 mi
25m
James D Hagood Highway
14.5 mi
18m
Hull Street Road
14.2 mi
20m
Powhite Parkway
10.3 mi
13m
South Boston Highway
5.3 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Kings Highway
— 39.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chatmoss, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on SR 777
250 ft·8 sec·Mount Olivet Road
2
Turn right onto SR 620
0.7 mi·1 min·Old Liberty Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto SR 650
0.7 mi·1 min·Irisburg Road
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward US 58 East
5
Merge onto US 58
2.9 mi·3 min·William F Stone Highway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 58
15 mi·19 min·US 58
Toward US 58 East: DanvilleUse the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit onto US 58
14 mi·17 min·US 58
Toward US 58 East
8
Take the exit onto US 58
0.3 mi·38 sec·US 58
Toward US 58 East, US 360 East: South Boston
9
Merge onto US 58; US 360
2.9 mi·5 min·South Boston Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 58; US 360
5.3 mi·7 min·South Boston Highway
11
Continue on US 58; US 360
20 mi·25 min·Philpott Road
12
Continue on US 58; US 360
0.7 mi·1 min·Bill Tuck Highway
13
Turn left onto US 360
1.7 mi·2 min·John Randolph Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on US 360
15 mi·18 min·James D Hagood Highway
15
Continue on US 360
40 mi·47 min·Kings Highway
16
Merge onto US 360; US 460
1.5 mi·2 min·West Colonial Trail Highway
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 360
25 mi·31 min·West Patrick Henry Highway
18
Continue on US 360
14 mi·20 min·Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward VA 288 North: Powhite Parkway
20
Merge onto VA 288
2.1 mi·2 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, RichmondUse the slight right lane.
23
Merge onto VA 76
8.5 mi·10 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the straight lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76
1.8 mi·2 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146
0.4 mi·36 sec·VA 146
Use the slight right lane.
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward Maplewood AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
230 ft·5 sec
Toward Maplewood Avenue
28
Turn straight onto Maplewood Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Maplewood Avenue
29
At end of road, turn left onto South Sheppard Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·South Sheppard Street
30
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
0.3 mi·57 sec·Idlewood Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
31
Turn right onto South Robinson Street
305 ft·11 sec·South Robinson Street
Use the right lane.
32
Turn left onto Grayland Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Grayland Avenue
33
Turn left onto South Meadow Street
0.6 mi·1 min·South Meadow Street
Use the straight lane.
34
Turn right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi·19 sec·Monument Avenue
35
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft·2 sec·Marcus-David Peters Circle
36
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 50-minute duration and the 'turn-heavy' nature of this 174.5-mile route, consider an early morning departure from Chatmoss to maximize your daylight. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $27, you have flexibility in pacing. Pay close attention to signage, especially when transitioning between Kings Highway, US 58, and West Patrick Henry Highway. The 39.7-mile stretch on Kings Highway is your longest uninterrupted segment, so plan your break before or after this part if you prefer shorter driving bursts.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 87.3 miles from Chatmoss, VA, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.7 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 38 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.3 miles or 1h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 3m
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 Chatmoss, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chatmoss, VA
This is one driving day of about 174.5 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Chatmoss, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Kings Highway for about 39.7 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 27
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 172.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
4.7 mi into trip|~7m in|US 58
Keep slight right at fork onto US 58 toward US 58 East: Danville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 58 East: Danville
6
33.8 mi into trip|~44m in|US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road
Merge onto US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
161 mi into trip|~3h 29m in
Take the exit toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred Road
8
161.2 mi into trip|~3h 29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richm...
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172.9 mi into trip|~3h 46m in|Idlewood Avenue
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.29 one way
$54.58 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$29.84
$59.67
premium
$4.70
$32.30
$64.59
diesel
$5.61
$38.53
$77.05
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.4
0
$18.32
$8.38
Efficient EV
43.6
0
$15.27
$6.98
EV Truck/SUV
69.8
0
$24.43
$11.17
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Chatmoss, VA
Late night
in Chatmoss on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Richmond, VA
Late night
in Richmond on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
NE 1 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
72°F
Victoria, VA
87 mi in
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
13 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
3h 50m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Petersburg National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 156.5
Park Closure: Eastern Front Tour Road south of Route 36 - Closed
On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
Free
near mile 102.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 174.5-mile route. Only 23% of the journey is on highways, meaning you'll be navigating a mix of local roads and state highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 39.7 miles on Kings Highway. This suggests a drive that requires more attention to navigation and speed adjustments as you transition between different road types. The road character likely shifts frequently, demanding a dynamic approach to driving.
Only 23% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.7 mi on Kings Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in near US 58.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 174.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles (US 58): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.8 miles (US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 161 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 174.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.7 miles on Kings Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Richmond, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles (US 58): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.8 miles (US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 161 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Petersburg National Battlefield and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Richmond, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
