Origin
Mechanicsville, VA
Morning in Mechanicsville on Sunday
Local time
7:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mechanicsville, 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
14m
Distance
8.2 mi
13 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mechanicsville, VA
Zachary Andre
Trip Overview
Mechanicsville, VA to Richmond, VA is 8.2 miles and takes about 14m via Mechanicsville Turnpike and I 64, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Southeast region, specifically within Virginia. It’s a straightforward drive, primarily on highways, making it a simple commute or quick connection between these two points. Given its brevity, this trip is best suited for a quick transition rather than an extended journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanicsville Turnpike | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 64 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| North Lombardy Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Brook Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Mechanicsville Bypass | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Atlee Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Admiral Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Monument Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mechanicsville Turnpike
— 3.2 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mechanicsville, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on SR 1116
32 ft
·
6 sec
·
Full View Avenue
2
Turn left onto SR 1143
348 ft
·
20 sec
·
York Street
3
Turn left onto SR 638
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Atlee Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 360
5
Merge onto US 360
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Mechanicsville Bypass
6
Continue on US 360
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Mechanicsville Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 64 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 64
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 64
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 76A
Toward US 1, US 301: Chamberlayne Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue
314 ft
·
10 sec
·
Chamberlayne Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on Brook Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brook Road
12
Turn left onto Admiral Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Admiral Street
Use the left lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto North Lombardy Street
138 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Lombardy Street
14
Continue on North Lombardy Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lombardy Street
15
Turn slight right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Monument Avenue
16
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
463 ft
·
13 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
17
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 4.3 and 7.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
4.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 64 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 64 West
8
6.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward US 1, US 301: Chamberlayne Avenue
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.
Exit 76A
Toward US 1, US 301: Chamberlayne Avenue
6
6.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Chamberlayne Avenue
Turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
7.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Admiral Street
Turn left onto Admiral Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
North Lombardy Street
Enter roundabout onto North Lombardy Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.28 one way
$2.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.40 | $2.80 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.52 | $3.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.23
Mechanicsville Turnpike
(3.2 mi)
$0.23
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Tolls
$0
Total
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Richmond, VA
Morning in Richmond on Sunday
Local time
7:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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
14m 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 predominantly highway-focused, with 62% of the journey taking place on faster roads. You'll experience stretches on Mechanicsville Turnpike and I 64, offering a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted segment is 3.2 miles along Mechanicsville Turnpike. While largely highway, the route incorporates parts of North Lombardy Street, offering a slight shift in the driving environment as you approach your destination.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.2 mi on Mechanicsville Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mechanicsville Turnpike and I 64. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 8.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.4 miles (Chamberlayne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 8.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.2 miles on Mechanicsville Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.23 in tolls one way, starting with Mechanicsville 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.
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 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.4 miles (Chamberlayne Avenue): 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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