Trip from Lynchburg, VA to Brandermill, VA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 11m

Distance

97.1 mi

156 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min

4 AM

2h 3m ★

6 AM

2h 12m

8 AM

2h 30m

10 AM

2h 18m

12 PM

2h 16m

3 PM

2h 19m

5 PM

2h 29m

8 PM

2h 6m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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independent city in Virginia, United States

Lynchburg, VA

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human settlement in Richmond, Virginia, United States of America

Brandermill, VA

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Trip Overview

Lynchburg, VA to Brandermill, VA is 97.1 miles and takes about 2h 11m via Richmond Highway, Prince Edward Highway, and Patrick Henry Highway, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily traversing Virginia. The profile suggests a drive with numerous turns, indicating a more local, potentially scenic, but less direct path than a major interstate. With only one recommended day, this route is best suited for a single-day excursion where you can take your time navigating the various roads.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

48.6 miles from Lynchburg, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Richmond Highway	27.9 mi	34m
Prince Edward Highway	24.1 mi	29m
Patrick Henry Highway	17.2 mi	21m
Hull Street Road	13.6 mi	19m
Holly Farms Road	9.3 mi	12m
Concord Turnpike	2.9 mi	6m
Millridge Parkway	1.2 mi	3m
Main Street	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Richmond Highway — 27.9 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lynchburg, VA and Brandermill, VA.

Start on 10th Street

221 ft · 13 sec · 10th Street

Turn right onto Main Street

0.3 mi · 53 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto Washington Street

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Washington Street

Continue on Concord Turnpike

2.9 mi · 6 min · Concord Turnpike

Turn left onto US 29; US 460

28 mi · 34 min · Richmond Highway

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 460

24 mi · 29 min · Prince Edward Highway

Turn left onto VA 307

9.3 mi · 12 min · Holly Farms Road

Turn left onto US 360

17 mi · 21 min · Patrick Henry Highway

Continue on US 360

14 mi · 19 min · Hull Street Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto West Village Green Lane

242 ft · 15 sec · West Village Green Lane

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn left onto SR 1892

0.2 mi · 36 sec · West Village Green Drive

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn left onto Millridge Parkway

1.2 mi · 3 min · Millridge Parkway

Turn left onto East Timber Ridge Road

263 ft · 17 sec · East Timber Ridge Road

Turn left onto SR 1883

370 ft · 20 sec · Timber Ridge Road

Turn left

112 ft · 8 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 2h 11m duration and turn-heavy nature, starting your drive in Lynchburg in the morning will give you ample daylight to reach Brandermill. While there are no designated stops noted, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 27.9-mile stretch on Richmond Highway, as services might be more spread out on local roads. The $15 fuel cost is an estimate, so it's wise to fill up before you leave Lynchburg. This is a manageable drive for a single day, so you have flexibility to pause if you see a point of interest along the way, but be mindful of the frequent turns.

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 48.6 miles from Lynchburg, VA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.9 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 21 miles or 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 48.6 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 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brandermill, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Lynchburg, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Lynchburg, VA

This is one driving day of about 97.1 miles and 2h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Lynchburg, VA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Richmond Highway for about 27.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Prince Edward and Cumberland counties in Virginia, United States, that is the county seat of Prince Edward County

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Farmville, VA

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

Appomattox, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Farmville, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 48.6 miles from Lynchburg, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe - Midlothian

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Midlothian, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18042458113

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Midlothian, Virginia

+18668167584

Visit website

Chevrolet Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Midlothian, Virginia

+18048187660

Visit website

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 5 mi from route ~12 min detour

Midlothian, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

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 3.4 and 97.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3.4 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 29; US 460 / Richmond Highway

Turn left onto US 29; US 460 / Richmond Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

95.5 mi into trip | ~2h 6m in | West Village Green Lane

Turn left onto West Village Green Lane

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

95.6 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in | SR 1892 / West Village Green Drive

At end of road, turn left onto SR 1892 / West Village Green Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

97 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in | East Timber Ridge Road

Turn left onto East Timber Ridge Road

Navigation decision point

97.1 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in | SR 1883 / Timber Ridge Road

Turn left onto SR 1883 / Timber Ridge Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.18 one way

$30.37 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$16.60	$33.21
premium	$4.70	$17.97	$35.94
diesel	$5.61	$21.44	$42.88

Estimated Tolls: $0.20

Concord Turnpike (2.9 mi) $0.20

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	29.1	$10.20	$4.66
Efficient EV	24.3	$8.50	$3.88
EV Truck/SUV	38.8	$13.59	$6.21

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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Lynchburg, VA

Morning in Lynchburg on Tuesday

Local time

6:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brandermill, VA

Morning in Brandermill on Tuesday

Local time

6:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°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

14 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 11m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 20.1

View on nps.gov

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 93.8

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter frequent turns and changes in direction rather than long, straight stretches. The highway share is relatively low at 4%, so expect more time on smaller roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 27.9 miles on Richmond Highway. This suggests a journey that requires active navigation and engagement with the road, moving through varied local landscapes as you progress from Prince Edward Highway to Patrick Henry Highway.

Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 27.9 mi on Richmond Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near US 29; US 460 / Richmond Highway.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 11m 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 3.4 miles (US 29; US 460 / Richmond Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 95.5 miles (West Village Green Lane): Lane positioning matters here; at 95.6 miles (SR 1892 / West Village Green Drive): Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Lynchburg, VA

Full guide →

Lynchburg is an independent city of 79,000 (2020) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It lies east of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia.

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 11m. Total distance: 97.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 27.9 miles on Richmond Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.20 in tolls one way, starting with Concord Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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.

Yes — Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and 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 Brandermill, 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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Trip from Lynchburg, VA to Brandermill, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe - Midlothian

EV Connect Charging Station

Chevrolet Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Paint 'N Play RVA

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Lynchburg, VA

Brandermill, VA

Same local time

14 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 11m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

Petersburg National Battlefield

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Starting in Lynchburg, VA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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