Trip from Richmond, VA to New Baltimore, 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 4m

Distance

95.8 mi

154 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 56m ★

6 AM

2h 4m

8 AM

2h 22m

10 AM

2h 11m

12 PM

2h 9m

3 PM

2h 12m

5 PM

2h 21m

8 PM

1h 59m

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

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New Baltimore, VA

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Trip Overview

This 95.8-mile drive from Richmond, VA to New Baltimore, VA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 4 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical option for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. The route primarily utilizes the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike and Warrenton Road, offering a consistent travel experience through the Southeast region of Virginia. Given its manageable length and duration, this trip is well-suited for a single day, with no need to plan for an overnight stay. You'll find this drive to be practical and efficient, making it a good choice when you need to get from point A to point B without extensive detours.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

47.9 miles from Richmond, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike	53.1 mi	58m
Warrenton Road	22.9 mi	33m
James Madison Highway	4.6 mi	6m
Marsh Road	4.2 mi	7m
US 15	3.9 mi	5m
Eastern Bypass	2.4 mi	3m
I 95	1.6 mi	1m
Hermitage Road	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike — 53.1 mi, about 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Marcus-David Peters Circle

525 ft · 14 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle

Continue on Monument Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Monument Avenue

Turn right onto North Meadow Street

0.2 mi · 29 sec · North Meadow Street

Continue on Hermitage Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Hermitage Road

Turn left onto Robin Hood Road

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Robin Hood Road

Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard

Turn right onto VA 161

0.2 mi · 29 sec · North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn left

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 95 North, I 64 West Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 64; I 95

0.3 mi · 27 sec · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

53 mi · 58 min · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; US 17

1.6 mi · 1 min · I 95; US 17

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Toward US 17 Business: Falmouth

Turn left onto US 17

23 mi · 33 min · Warrenton Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 17

4.2 mi · 7 min · Marsh Road

Turn right onto US 15; US 29

4.6 mi · 6 min · James Madison Highway

Continue on US 15; US 17; US 29

2.4 mi · 3 min · Eastern Bypass

Keep slight left at fork onto US 15; US 29

3.9 mi · 5 min · US 15; US 29

Toward US 15 North, US 29 North

Turn left onto SR 693

0.7 mi · 1 min · Old Alexandria Turnpike

Turn slight left onto Mason Lane

19 ft · 0 sec · Mason Lane

Arrive at destination

Mason Lane

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour, 95.8-mile trip, departing in the morning or early afternoon will help you avoid potential rush hour traffic around Richmond. Since there are no specific stops suggested and the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart at a time that best suits your needs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $15, and plan your refueling accordingly, especially considering the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 53 miles. The primary roads, including the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike, are well-maintained, making for a smooth journey.

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 47.9 miles from Richmond, VA, or about 56m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.1 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 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 47.9 miles or 56m 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 37m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA

This is one driving day of about 95.8 miles and 2h 4m.

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

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

The longest stretch is on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike for about 53.1 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

Fredericksburg, VA

48 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

Glen Allen, VA

Fuel and coffee

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

Fredericksburg, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47.9 miles from Richmond, 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.

Best meal stop

Curbside Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

Near the start, right off the route

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

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

Near the start, right off the route

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

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Cafe Synai

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

1.2 mi

Calyx Cafe | Lounge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

1 mi

Curbside Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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 start, right off the route

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 start, right off the route

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 start, right off the route

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

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+18043555282

Visit website

Angela's Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+15405825250

Visit website

Amuse Restaurant VMFA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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 start, short detour

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 start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 4:30–9 pm

+18046483225

Visit website

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Cafe Synai

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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 start, short detour

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

Richmond, Virginia

Visit website

Curitiba Art Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

Visit website

Dubai Girls Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18044001505

Autumn's Catering & Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour Inexpensiv

Richmond, Virginia

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

+18047888000

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Ruther Glen, Virginia

Science Museum of Virginia

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+18048641400

Visit website

Fredericksburg Nationals

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15408584242

Visit website

Rage RVA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 1–8 pm

+18043093410

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Henrico, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18042629887

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 91.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Meadow Street

Turn right onto North Meadow Street

Navigation decision point

1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | VA 161 / North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

Turn right onto VA 161 / North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in

Turn left toward I 95 North, I 64 West

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 95 North, I 64 West

2.4 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 95 / Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

91.2 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in | US 15; US 29

Keep slight left at fork onto US 15; US 29 toward US 15 North, US 29 North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 15 North, US 29 North

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.98 one way

$29.96 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$16.38	$32.76
premium	$4.70	$17.73	$35.46
diesel	$5.61	$21.15	$42.30

Estimated Tolls: $3.74

Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike (52.8 mi) $3.69

Old Alexandria Turnpike (0.7 mi) $0.05

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

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.5 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	28.7	$10.06	$4.60
Efficient EV	24	$8.38	$3.83
EV Truck/SUV	38.3	$13.41	$6.13

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

Richmond, VA

Morning in Richmond on Tuesday

Local time

8:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Baltimore, VA

Morning in New Baltimore on Tuesday

Local time

8:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Fredericksburg, VA

48 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

9 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 4m 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.

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

Park Closure: Eastern Front Tour Road south of Route 36 - Closed

View on nps.gov

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!

29 mi from route ~72 min detour Free near mile 95.8

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-centric experience on this 95.8-mile route, with 62% of the drive taking place on major roadways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 53.1 miles on the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike, which means extended periods of consistent travel. While primarily highway, the route incorporates segments of Warrenton Road and James Madison Highway, offering a slight shift in the driving environment. This profile suggests a drive that is largely about making good time, with the character of the road remaining fairly consistent for much of the journey.

62% 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: 53.1 mi on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike and Warrenton Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Meadow Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 95.8 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 0.2 miles (North Meadow Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (VA 161 / North Arthur Ashe Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting 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 4m. Total distance: 95.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 53.1 miles on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $3.74 in tolls one way, starting with Richmond-Petersburg 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 — 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 New Baltimore, 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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Petersburg National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. 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 New Baltimore, 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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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

Curbside Cafe

Harrison Street Cafe

Curbside Cafe

821 Cafe

Bamboo Cafe

Greenbriar Cafe and Coffeehouse

Angela's Italian Restaurant

Amuse Restaurant VMFA

Tarrant's Cafe Downtown

Chez Foushee Restaurant & Bar

Harrison Street Cafe

Cafe Synai

Calyx Cafe | Lounge

Curitiba Art Cafe

Dubai Girls Cafe

Autumn's Catering & Cafe

Luxe & You Floral Cafe

Passport Cafe

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

Virginia Welcome Center at Fredericksburg

2 stars hotel

Science Museum of Virginia

Fredericksburg Nationals

Rage RVA

Halls of Hysteria Haunted Attraction

Fun Land of Fredericksburg

The Cask Cafe

The Robins Nature Center at Maymont

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Richmond, VA

New Baltimore, VA

Same local time

9 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 4m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Petersburg National Battlefield

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Starting in Richmond, 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?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

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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