Origin
Warsaw, VA
Late night in Warsaw on Tuesday
Local time
5:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warsaw, VA to Richmond, VA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
53.2 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warsaw, VA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Warsaw to Richmond, expect a straightforward 53.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $9 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, making it an affordable commute between these two Southeast Virginia locations. Because the drive is relatively brief, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from the rural landscape of Warsaw into the heart of Richmond efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 360 | 36.2 mi | 48m |
| West Richmond Road | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Mechanicsville Turnpike | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Tappahannock Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| I 64 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Mechanicsville Bypass | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Lombardy Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Brook Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 360
— 36.2 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warsaw, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on this road
93 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
114 ft
·
11 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 360
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
West Richmond Road
4
Turn left onto South Water Lane
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Water Lane
5
Turn right onto Wright Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Wright Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 17; US 360
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Tappahannock Boulevard
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 360
36 mi
·
48 min
·
US 360
8
Continue on US 360
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mechanicsville Bypass
9
Continue on US 360
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Mechanicsville Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 64 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 64
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 64
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 76A
Toward US 1, US 301: Chamberlayne Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue
314 ft
·
10 sec
·
Chamberlayne Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on Brook Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brook Road
15
Turn left onto Admiral Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Admiral Street
Use the left lane.
16
Enter roundabout onto North Lombardy Street
138 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Lombardy Street
17
Continue on North Lombardy Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lombardy Street
18
Turn slight right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Monument Avenue
19
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
463 ft
·
13 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
20
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
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from Warsaw, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 52.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m 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
51.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m 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
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Chamberlayne Avenue
Turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Admiral Street
Turn left onto Admiral Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.32 one way
$16.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.85 | $19.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.75 | $23.49 |
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
$8
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.45 | $3.40 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Richmond, VA
Late night in Richmond on Tuesday
Local time
5:13 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
3 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
1h 17m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 77% of this drive consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 360, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 36.2 miles. As you transition toward your destination, the route shifts from the open road onto Mechanicsville Turnpike and West Richmond Road. While the drive is characterized by its efficiency and speed, you should be prepared for the typical transition from rural highway driving to the more congested local roads as you approach the city limits. It is a consistent, reliable path that prioritizes direct travel over winding backroads.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.2 mi on US 360.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 360 and West Richmond Road. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
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 53.2 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 49.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 1h 17m. Total distance: 53.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.2 miles on US 360. 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 49.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — George Washington Birthplace National Monument 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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