Origin
Crewe, VA
Morning in Crewe on Sunday
Local time
11:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crewe, VA to Richmond, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
55.6 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crewe, VA
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Trip Overview
Crewe, VA to Richmond, VA is 55.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 19 minutes via Patrick Henry Highway and Hull Street Road, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and the state of Virginia, making it a straightforward local drive. Expect a route that involves frequent turns and a mix of road types as you make your way from the more rural setting of Crewe to the urban center of Richmond. With a short duration and minimal stops recommended, this route is ideal for a quick hop between these two Virginia locations, perfect for a same-day excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Patrick Henry Highway | 21.9 mi | 27m |
| Hull Street Road | 14.2 mi | 20m |
| Powhite Parkway | 10.3 mi | 13m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Watsons Wood Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| East Virginia Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Meadow Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| VA 146 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Patrick Henry Highway
— 21.9 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crewe, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on US 460; VA 49
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Virginia Avenue
2
Turn right onto VA 49
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Watsons Wood Road
3
Turn right onto US 360
22 mi
·
27 min
·
Patrick Henry Highway
4
Continue on US 360
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward VA 288 North: Powhite Parkway
6
Merge onto VA 288
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richmond
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto VA 76
8.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Powhite Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Powhite Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
VA 146
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Maplewood Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
230 ft
·
5 sec
Toward Maplewood Avenue
14
Turn straight onto Maplewood Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Maplewood Avenue
15
At end of road, turn left onto South Sheppard Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Sheppard Street
16
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Idlewood Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto South Robinson Street
305 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Robinson Street
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto Grayland Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Grayland Avenue
19
Turn left onto South Meadow Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Meadow Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Monument Avenue
21
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft
·
2 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
22
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Crewe, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 42 and 54 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
42 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
42.3 mi into trip
|
~58m 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...
6
51.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
VA 76 / Powhite Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76 / Powhite Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
VA 146
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Idlewood Avenue
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.69 one way
$17.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.51 | $19.01 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.28 | $24.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Morning in Richmond on Sunday
Local time
11:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Woodlake, VA
28 mi in
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
22 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
1h 19m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating through various local roads and intersections rather than a consistent highway experience. Only 19% of the route is on highways, so be prepared for a more engaged driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.9 miles on Patrick Henry Highway. As you progress, the scenery and road conditions will likely shift from more open areas to increasingly developed surroundings as you approach Richmond.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.9 mi on Patrick Henry 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 42 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.6 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 42 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.3 miles (VA 76 / Powhite Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 55.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.9 miles on Patrick Henry Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 42 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.3 miles (VA 76 / Powhite Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Petersburg National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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