Origin
Rushmere, VA
Morning in Rushmere on Sunday
Local time
11:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rushmere, 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
1h 24m
Distance
65.8 mi
106 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rushmere, VA
Eric Joseph
Trip Overview
Rushmere to Richmond is 65.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 24 minutes via James River Drive, Colonial Trail West, and Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Virginia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. Expect a local feel with frequent turns rather than a straight shot, making it a good option if you prefer a less highway-intensive journey. With a short duration and minimal fuel cost, this trip is easily manageable as a same-day excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| James River Drive | 14.6 mi | 19m |
| Colonial Trail West | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike | 12.5 mi | 15m |
| Colonial Trail East | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| East Hundred Road | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| East Randolph Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Downtown Expressway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Old Stage Highway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
James River Drive
— 14.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rushmere, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on SR 703
94 ft
·
7 sec
·
Fergusons Wharf Way
2
Turn right onto VA 10
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Stage Highway
3
Continue on VA 10
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Colonial Trail East
4
Turn left onto VA 10; VA 31
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Rolfe Highway
5
Turn right onto VA 10
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Colonial Trail West
6
Continue on VA 10
15 mi
·
19 min
·
James River Drive
7
Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Randolph Road
8
Continue on VA 10
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
East Hundred Road
Use the left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 North: Richmond
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 95
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 74A
Toward VA 195 Toll: Downtown Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on VA 195
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Downtown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Cash Toll, Meadow Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on this road
373 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Meadow Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto South Meadow Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Meadow Street
17
Turn right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Monument Avenue
18
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft
·
2 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
19
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Rushmere, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 49.7 and 65.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
49.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Richmond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: Richmond
7
62.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward VA 195 Toll: Downtown Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward VA 195 Toll: Downtown Expressway
7
64.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward Cash Toll, Meadow Street
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 Cash Toll, Meadow Street
8
64.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Meadow Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Meadow Street
5
65.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.29 one way
$20.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.25 | $22.50 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.18 | $24.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.53 | $29.06 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.87
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
(12.5 mi)
$0.87
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
11:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
E 2 mph
0% chance
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
20 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 24m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is best described as turn-heavy and local, with only 21% of the drive on highways. You'll navigate through a mix of roads, including significant portions on James River Drive, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 14.6 miles. The character of the drive shifts as you progress, moving from more local roads to the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike. Be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction and speed as you make your way toward Richmond.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.6 mi on James River Drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 49.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.8 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 49.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 65.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.6 miles on James River Drive. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.87 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.
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 49.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Colonial National Historical Park, Petersburg National Battlefield and Fort Monroe National Monument. 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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