If you are looking for a quick transition from Windsor to Richmond, this 19.7-mile journey is an incredibly efficient trip. Lasting only about 29 minutes, the route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning there is no need to worry about overnight logistics. You can expect to spend roughly $3 on fuel, making this a very budget-friendly transit across the Southeast region of Virginia. Because the drive is short, it offers the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows. Whether you are commuting or just visiting, this highway-focused path gets you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
15.1 mi
18m
Pocahontas Trail
0.7 mi
1m
North Lombardy Street
0.6 mi
1m
Brook Road
0.6 mi
1m
White Oak Road
0.5 mi
1m
Stockholm Drive
0.5 mi
1m
New Kent Highway
0.4 mi
<1m
East Williamsburg Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 15.1 mi, about 18m
Traffic on I-64
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 15 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,342 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~175 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Windsor, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on Gaardahl Drive
256 ft·13 sec·Gaardahl Drive
2
Turn right onto Rasmussen Drive
506 ft·24 sec·Rasmussen Drive
3
Turn right onto Stockholm Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Stockholm Drive
4
Turn left onto White Oak Road
0.5 mi·1 min·White Oak Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 60; VA 33
0.2 mi·15 sec·East Williamsburg Road
6
Continue on US 60; VA 33
0.7 mi·1 min·Pocahontas Trail
7
Turn left onto VA 33
0.4 mi·46 sec·New Kent Highway
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·52 sec
Toward I-64
9
Merge onto I 64
15 mi·18 min·I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Exit 76AToward US 1, US 301: Chamberlayne AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue
314 ft·10 sec·Chamberlayne Avenue
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on Brook Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Brook Road
13
Turn left onto Admiral Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·Admiral Street
Use the left lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto North Lombardy Street
138 ft·3 sec·North Lombardy Street
15
Continue on North Lombardy Street
0.6 mi·1 min·North Lombardy Street
16
Turn slight right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi·20 sec·Monument Avenue
17
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
463 ft·13 sec·Marcus-David Peters Circle
18
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 18 — 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|Rasmussen Drive
Turn right onto Rasmussen Drive
Navigation decision point
6
2.1 mi into trip|~5m in|VA 33 / New Kent Highway
Turn left onto VA 33 / New Kent Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.8 mi into trip|~7m in|I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
17.9 mi into trip|~25m 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
18 mi into trip|~25m in|Chamberlayne Avenue
Turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.13 one way
$6.27 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg7 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$3.42
$6.83
premium
$4.78
$3.71
$7.41
diesel
$5.35
$4.15
$8.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging
· 0 stops
· 71% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
5.9
0
$2.07
$0.95
Efficient EV
4.9
0
$1.72
$0.79
EV Truck/SUV
7.9
0
$2.76
$1.26
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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 Jun 3, 2026
Origin
Windsor, VA
Afternoon
in Windsor on Wednesday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 12:20AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 2 at 8:05PM EDT until June 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Destination
Richmond, VA
Afternoon
in Richmond on Wednesday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 12:20AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 2 at 8:05PM EDT until June 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
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
1 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
29m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a straightforward, highway-focused experience behind the wheel as you navigate this 19.7-mile connection. With 76% of your time spent on major roads, you will primarily rely on I-64, Pocahontas Trail, and North Lombardy Street to reach Richmond. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 15.1 miles on I-64, providing a consistent pace before you transition into local traffic. While the drive is relatively short, the blend of interstate speed and urban arterial roads keeps the journey feeling focused and direct. You won't find many opportunities for winding backroads here; instead, you get a reliable, high-speed transit that prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.1 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Pocahontas Trail. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Rasmussen Drive.
Driving Effort5/10
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 19.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Rasmussen Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (VA 33 / New Kent Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Top landmarks
•Virginia Museum of Fine Arts — art museum in Richmond, Virginia
•Virginia State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Virginia
•Monument Avenue — thoroughfare in Richmond, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 19.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.1 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (Rasmussen Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (VA 33 / New Kent Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — 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.
