Patrick Springs, VA to Richmond, VA is 198.9 miles and takes about 4 hours 20 minutes via Kings Highway and US 58, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Virginia, moving from the Southeast region towards the state capital. You'll primarily be on surface roads, making it a good option for a more relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion if you prefer not to break it up.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
99.4 miles from Patrick Springs, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Kings Highway
39.7 mi
47m
US 58
29.4 mi
37m
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
Jeb Stuart Highway
10.2 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
Kings Highway
— 39.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Patrick Springs, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on SR 694
100 ft·9 sec·Dogwood Road
2
Turn left onto SR 692
0.6 mi·1 min·Spring Road
3
Turn left onto US 58
10 mi·13 min·Jeb Stuart Highway
4
Continue on US 58
8.4 mi·11 min·A. L. Philpott Highway
5
Take the exit onto US 58
0.3 mi·40 sec·US 58
Toward US 58 East, US 220 South
6
Merge onto US 58; US 220
9.4 mi·10 min·William F Stone Highway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 58
15 mi·19 min·US 58
Toward US 58 East: DanvilleUse the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit onto US 58
14 mi·17 min·US 58
Toward US 58 East
9
Take the exit onto US 58
0.3 mi·38 sec·US 58
Toward US 58 East, US 360 East: South Boston
10
Merge onto US 58; US 360
2.9 mi·5 min·South Boston Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 58; US 360
5.3 mi·7 min·South Boston Highway
12
Continue on US 58; US 360
20 mi·25 min·Philpott Road
13
Continue on US 58; US 360
0.7 mi·1 min·Bill Tuck Highway
14
Turn left onto US 360
1.7 mi·2 min·John Randolph Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 360
15 mi·18 min·James D Hagood Highway
16
Continue on US 360
40 mi·47 min·Kings Highway
17
Merge onto US 360; US 460
1.5 mi·2 min·West Colonial Trail Highway
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 360
25 mi·31 min·West Patrick Henry Highway
19
Continue on US 360
14 mi·20 min·Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward VA 288 North: Powhite Parkway
21
Merge onto VA 288
2.1 mi·2 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, RichmondUse the slight right lane.
24
Merge onto VA 76
8.5 mi·10 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the straight lane.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76
1.8 mi·2 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146
0.4 mi·36 sec·VA 146
Use the slight right lane.
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward Maplewood AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork
230 ft·5 sec
Toward Maplewood Avenue
29
Turn straight onto Maplewood Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Maplewood Avenue
30
At end of road, turn left onto South Sheppard Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·South Sheppard Street
31
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
0.3 mi·57 sec·Idlewood Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
32
Turn right onto South Robinson Street
305 ft·11 sec·South Robinson Street
Use the right lane.
33
Turn left onto Grayland Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Grayland Avenue
34
Turn left onto South Meadow Street
0.6 mi·1 min·South Meadow Street
Use the straight lane.
35
Turn right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi·19 sec·Monument Avenue
36
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft·2 sec·Marcus-David Peters Circle
37
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour 20 minute duration, departing in the morning from Patrick Springs will allow you ample time to reach Richmond before evening. With only one stop recommended, you have flexibility in how you pace your drive; consider stopping around the halfway point or whenever you feel the need to stretch. Pay attention to the longest stretch of 39.7 miles on Kings Highway, as this could be a section where you'll want to be particularly mindful of your speed and surroundings. The estimated fuel cost of $31 is a good baseline, but it's always wise to check your local prices before you leave.
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 99.4 miles from Patrick Springs, VA, or about 2h 10m 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 44 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.4 miles or 2h 10m 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 28m
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 Patrick Springs, 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 Patrick Springs, VA
This is one driving day of about 198.9 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Patrick Springs, 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 19.3 and 197.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
19.3 mi into trip|~26m in|US 58
Take the exit onto US 58 toward US 58 East, US 220 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 58 East, US 220 South
7
29 mi into trip|~37m 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
7
185.3 mi into trip|~3h 59m 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
185.6 mi into trip|~4h 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...
7
197.3 mi into trip|~4h 16m in|Idlewood Avenue
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.10 one way
$62.21 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$34.01
$68.02
premium
$4.70
$36.81
$73.62
diesel
$5.61
$43.91
$87.83
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.7
0
$20.88
$9.55
Efficient EV
49.7
0
$17.40
$7.96
EV Truck/SUV
79.6
0
$27.85
$12.73
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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 20, 2026
Origin
Patrick Springs, VA
Late night
in Patrick Springs on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Richmond, VA
Late night
in Richmond on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
South Boston, VA
99 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
19 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
4h 20m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
near mile 178.3
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...
30 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
near mile 123.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on surface roads, with only 20% of the total mileage on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 39.7 miles on Kings Highway before transitioning to other main roads. Expect a more rural cruising experience for the majority of this trip, with fewer exits and a generally slower pace compared to interstate travel. This means you'll be navigating more local traffic and potentially more intersections.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
37 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 19.3 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 198.9 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 19.3 miles (US 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29 miles (US 58): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 185.3 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 4h 20m. Total distance: 198.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m 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.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 4 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.3 miles (US 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29 miles (US 58): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 185.3 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 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Richmond, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
