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Trip from Purcellville, VA to Richmond, 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 50m

Distance

129.9 mi

209 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 40m ★
6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 58m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 44m

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

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town in Loudoun County, Virginia, United States

Purcellville, VA

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Trip Overview

This 129.9-mile drive from Purcellville, VA to Richmond, VA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The primary roads guiding you are I-95, Dumfries Road, and James Monroe Highway, offering a predominantly highway experience. This route travels within the Southeast region, specifically through Virginia, and is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in departure times and stops. You'll find it a practical and efficient way to get from point A to point B.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

65 miles from Purcellville, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 73.9 mi 1h 23m
Dumfries Road 13.6 mi 19m
James Monroe Highway 10.4 mi 14m
Prince William Parkway 8.3 mi 11m
James Madison Highway 8.1 mi 11m
Harmony Church Road 5.5 mi 9m
I 66 3.5 mi 4m
West Colonial Highway 2.1 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 73.9 mi, about 1h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Purcellville, VA and Richmond, VA.

1

Start on VA 7 BUS

1.2 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
2

Enter roundabout onto VA 7 BUS

65 ft · 1 sec · West Colonial Highway
3

Continue on VA 7 BUS

2.1 mi · 4 min · West Colonial Highway
4

Turn right onto SR 704

5.5 mi · 9 min · Harmony Church Road
5

At end of road, turn right onto US 15

7.8 mi · 10 min · James Monroe Highway
6

Enter roundabout onto US 15

166 ft · 2 sec · James Monroe Highway
7

Continue on US 15

0.3 mi · 38 sec · James Monroe Highway
8

Enter roundabout onto US 15

82 ft · 1 sec · James Monroe Highway
9

Continue on US 15

2.3 mi · 3 min · James Monroe Highway
10

Continue on US 15

8.1 mi · 11 min · James Madison Highway
Use the left lane.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 66 East: Washington Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12

Merge onto I 66

2.4 mi · 2 min · I 66
13

Keep slight right at fork onto I 66

1.1 mi · 1 min · I 66
Use the straight lane.
14

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 44 Toward US 234 South: Prince William Parkway, Manassas, Dumfries Use the slight right lane.
15

Continue on VA 234

8.3 mi · 11 min · Prince William Parkway
Use the left lane.
16

Continue on VA 234

14 mi · 19 min · Dumfries Road
17

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 58 sec
18

Merge onto I 95

18 mi · 20 min · I 95
Use the straight lane.
19

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

56 mi · 1 hr 2 min · I 95
Use the straight lane.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 40 sec
Exit 78 Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Turn right onto VA 161

0.2 mi · 28 sec · North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
22

Turn left onto Robin Hood Road

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Robin Hood Road
23

Turn right onto Hermitage Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Hermitage Road
24

Continue on North Meadow Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · North Meadow Street
25

Turn left onto Monument Avenue

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Monument Avenue
26

Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle

81 ft · 2 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle
27

Arrive at destination

Marcus-David Peters Circle

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour 50-minute duration, this 129.9-mile trip is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, offering flexibility in when you depart. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, you won't need to budget heavily for gas. Since the longest continuous stretch is 73.9 miles on I-95, plan for one main stop around the midpoint for fuel or a quick break. Pay attention to the transitions between I-95 and the local roads like Dumfries Road and James Monroe Highway, as these can sometimes involve changes in speed limits and traffic patterns. Being a single-day drive means you can easily adjust your schedule based on traffic or personal preference.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65 miles from Purcellville, VA, or about 1h 34m 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 29 miles or 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 65 miles or 1h 34m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 21m

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 Purcellville, 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 Purcellville, VA

This is one driving day of about 129.9 miles and 2h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Purcellville, 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 I 95 for about 73.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

independent city in Virginia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Manassas, VA

65 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.

Popular next leg

Manassas, VA to Richmond, VA

93.1 mi · 1h 55m

Pacing Suggestions

Manassas, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Aquia Harbour, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65 miles from Purcellville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

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

Best meal stop · home stretch

Curbside Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+18043557008

Visit website

821 Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

0.8 mi

Bamboo Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

0.8 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Dubai Girls Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Glen Allen, Virginia

0.6 mi

Cafe Synai

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

1.2 mi

Curbside Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+18043557008

Visit website

821 Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18046491042

Visit website

Bamboo Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+18043531609

Visit website

Greenbriar Cafe and Coffeehouse

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+18043555282

Visit website

Amuse Restaurant VMFA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+18043401580

Visit website

Tarrant's Cafe Downtown

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18042250035

Visit website

Chez Foushee Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 4:30–9 pm

+18046483225

Visit website

Cafe Rustika

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 4–9 pm

+18042258811

Visit website

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Dubai Girls Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18044001505

Cafe Synai

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12–5 pm

+18048161419

Calyx Cafe | Lounge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Richmond, Virginia

Visit website

Merge Cafe (Stafford)

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Stafford, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+15404264142

Visit website

Curitiba Art Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

Visit website

Autumn's Catering & Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour Inexpensiv

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–4:30 pm

+18045916191

Visit website

Luxe & You Floral Cafe

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18046449871

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

+18047888000

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Virginia Welcome Center at Fredericksburg

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Fredericksburg, VA

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+15407868344

Visit website

2 stars hotel

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Ruther Glen, Virginia

National Museum of the Marine Corps

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately

Triangle, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

Visit website

Fredericksburg Nationals

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15408584242

Visit website

Science Museum of Virginia

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+18048641400

Visit website

Rage RVA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 1–8 pm

+18043093410

Visit website

Halls of Hysteria Haunted Attraction

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Fredericksburg, Virginia

+15402264261

Visit website

The Cask Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12–9 pm

+18043552402

Visit website

The Robins Nature Center at Maymont

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Closed

+18045259000

Visit website

T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Richmond, 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 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 27.3 and 127.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
27.3 mi into trip | ~43m in

Take the exit toward I 66 East: Washington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward I 66 East: Washington
6
30 mi into trip | ~47m in | I 66

Keep slight right at fork onto I 66

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
8
31.1 mi into trip | ~48m in

Take the exit toward US 234 South: Prince William Parkway, Manassas, Dumfries

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 44 Toward US 234 South: Prince William Parkway, Ma...
6
72.2 mi into trip | ~1h 43m 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
127.9 mi into trip | ~2h 45m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.31 one way

$40.63 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $22.21 $44.42
premium $4.70 $24.04 $48.08
diesel $5.61 $28.68 $57.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 39 0 $13.64 $6.24
Efficient EV 32.5 0 $11.37 $5.20
EV Truck/SUV 52 0 $18.19 $8.31

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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

Purcellville, VA

Late night in Purcellville on Tuesday

Local time

5:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Richmond, VA

Late night in Richmond on Tuesday

Local time

5:23 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

6 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 50m 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.

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 9
Caution: Great Allegheny Passage Erosion Near Confluence, Pennsylvania (Mile Marker 56)
Park Closure: Trail Closure at Veterans Park at Balls Bluff (Leesburg, Virginia)
View on nps.gov
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

National Historical Park

At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour $20
View on nps.gov
Petersburg National Battlefield

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...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free near mile 129.9
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for about 66% of this 129.9-mile trip. The majority of your time will be spent on I-95, where you'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 73.9 miles. While I-95 provides a direct and relatively fast connection, the presence of Dumfries Road and James Monroe Highway suggests you'll experience some transitions from interstate speeds to more local road conditions. This mix means you'll be navigating a blend of efficient highway travel and potentially some moderate-speed sections as you get closer to your destination.

66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 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?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Dumfries Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 18 significant decision points across 129.9 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 27.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 30 miles (I 66): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Purcellville, VA and Richmond, VA, road signs point toward Manassas and Dumfries.

Manassas

31.1 mi in | ~48m

Dumfries

31.1 mi in | ~48m

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 50m. Total distance: 129.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (66%). 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 — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 27.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 30 miles (I 66): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail, Harpers Ferry 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 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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