Origin
Linton Hall, VA
Late night in Linton Hall on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Linton Hall, 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
2h 2m
Distance
97.8 mi
157 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Linton Hall, VA
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Trip Overview
This 97.8-mile journey from Linton Hall, VA to Richmond, VA is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours and 2 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-95, with some segments of Dumfries Road and Prince William Parkway contributing to the drive. Given its relatively short duration and focused highway profile, it's perfectly manageable as a day trip. Expect a fuel cost of around $15 for this route, which traverses the Southeast region of Virginia. This is a straightforward drive, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.9 miles from Linton Hall, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 73.9 mi | 1h 23m |
| Dumfries Road | 13.6 mi | 19m |
| Prince William Parkway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| University Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Hermitage Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Devlin Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Meadow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Arthur Ashe Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 73.9 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linton Hall, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on SR 621
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Devlin Road
2
Turn right onto University Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
University Boulevard
3
Enter roundabout onto University Boulevard
86 ft
·
2 sec
·
University Boulevard
4
Continue on University Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
University Boulevard
5
Enter roundabout onto University Boulevard
86 ft
·
2 sec
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University Boulevard
6
Continue on University Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
University Boulevard
7
Turn right onto VA 234
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Prince William Parkway
8
Continue on VA 234
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Dumfries Road
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
10
Merge onto I 95
18 mi
·
20 min
·
I 95
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
56 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 95
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 78
Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto VA 161
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
14
Turn left onto Robin Hood Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Robin Hood Road
15
Turn right onto Hermitage Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hermitage Road
16
Continue on North Meadow Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Meadow Street
17
Turn left onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Monument Avenue
18
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft
·
2 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
19
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 2 hours, this drive offers flexibility in departure time. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Richmond. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan for a quick fuel and rest break around the halfway point, perhaps before or after the longest 73.9-mile stretch on I-95. The estimated fuel cost of $15 is quite reasonable, so budget accordingly. A practical tip for this route is to stay aware of speed limit changes when transitioning off I-95 onto local roads.
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 48.9 miles from Linton Hall, VA, or about 1h 4m 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 22 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.9 miles or 1h 4m 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 39m
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 Linton Hall, 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 Linton Hall, VA
This is one driving day of about 97.8 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Linton Hall, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.9 miles from Linton Hall, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.9 miles.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 97.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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University Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto University Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
21.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
40.1 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
95.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m 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
97.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
|
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.29 one way
$30.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.72 | $33.44 |
| premium | $4.70 | $18.10 | $36.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.59 | $43.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.27 | $4.69 |
| Efficient EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.56 | $3.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.69 | $6.26 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
4:50 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
4 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
2h 2m 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 heavily focused on highway travel, with 80% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 73.9 miles on I-95, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, there are transitions onto Dumfries Road and Prince William Parkway, which may offer a slight change in scenery and speed. It's a profile that prioritizes forward momentum over winding scenic byways.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 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?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Dumfries Road. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near University Boulevard.
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 97.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.6 miles (University Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 21.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.1 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
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 2h 2m. Total distance: 97.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.9 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (University Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 21.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.1 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.
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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