The drive from Bassett, VA to Richmond, VA covers 184 miles and takes about 4h 6m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kings Highway, West Patrick Henry Highway, Philpott Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.7 miles on Kings Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
92 miles from Bassett, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 4m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 184 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 6m drive with frequent turns across 184 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 43 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kings Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 39.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 43.3 miles in near US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road.
Driving Effort10/10
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 28 significant decision points across 184 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 43.3 miles (US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.9 miles (US 360 / John Randolph Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 170.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 28 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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43.3 mi into trip|~59m in|US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road
Merge onto US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
71.9 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|US 360 / John Randolph Boulevard
Turn left onto US 360 / John Randolph Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
170.5 mi into trip|~3h 44m in
Take the exit toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred Road
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 VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred Road
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170.7 mi into trip|~3h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richm...
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182.4 mi into trip|~4h 1m in|Idlewood Avenue
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Kings Highway
39.7 mi
47m
West Patrick Henry Highway
24.6 mi
31m
Philpott Road
19.7 mi
25m
James D Hagood Highway
14.5 mi
18m
US 58
14.5 mi
17m
Hull Street Road
14.2 mi
20m
Powhite Parkway
10.3 mi
13m
A L Philpott Highway
9 mi
12m
Longest stretch:
Kings Highway
— 39.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bassett, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on SR 673
265 ft·13 sec·Sunset Drive
2
Turn right onto County Road 673
111 ft·10 sec·County Road 673
3
Turn left onto VA 57
0.2 mi·16 sec·Fairystone Parkway
4
Continue on VA 57
2.1 mi·3 min·Fairystone Park Highway
5
Continue on VA 57
1.2 mi·1 min·Fairy Stone Park Highway
6
Continue on US 220 BUS
4.0 mi·6 min·North Virginia Avenue
7
Turn left onto Commonwealth Boulevard
2.2 mi·3 min·Commonwealth Boulevard
8
Continue on VA 457
277 ft·8 sec·Commonwealth Boulevard East
9
Turn right onto Fairy Street
116 ft·5 sec·Fairy Street
10
Turn left onto Hooker Street
0.3 mi·49 sec·Hooker Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 58 BUS; VA 57
0.8 mi·1 min·East Church Street
12
Continue on US 58 BUS; VA 57
9.0 mi·12 min·A L Philpott Highway
13
Continue on US 58
8.9 mi·11 min·Martinsville Highway
14
Take the exit onto US 58
14 mi·17 min·US 58
Toward US 58 East
15
Take the exit onto US 58
0.3 mi·38 sec·US 58
Toward US 58 East, US 360 East: South Boston
16
Merge onto US 58; US 360
2.9 mi·5 min·South Boston Road
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 58; US 360
5.3 mi·7 min·South Boston Highway
18
Continue on US 58; US 360
20 mi·25 min·Philpott Road
19
Continue on US 58; US 360
0.7 mi·1 min·Bill Tuck Highway
20
Turn left onto US 360
1.7 mi·2 min·John Randolph Boulevard
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on US 360
15 mi·18 min·James D Hagood Highway
22
Continue on US 360
40 mi·47 min·Kings Highway
23
Merge onto US 360; US 460
1.5 mi·2 min·West Colonial Trail Highway
24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 360
25 mi·31 min·West Patrick Henry Highway
25
Continue on US 360
14 mi·20 min·Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward VA 288 North: Powhite Parkway
27
Merge onto VA 288
2.1 mi·2 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, RichmondUse the slight right lane.
30
Merge onto VA 76
8.5 mi·10 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the straight lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76
1.8 mi·2 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146
0.4 mi·36 sec·VA 146
Use the slight right lane.
33
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward Maplewood AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight left at fork
230 ft·5 sec
Toward Maplewood Avenue
35
Turn straight onto Maplewood Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Maplewood Avenue
36
At end of road, turn left onto South Sheppard Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·South Sheppard Street
37
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
0.3 mi·57 sec·Idlewood Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
38
Turn right onto South Robinson Street
305 ft·11 sec·South Robinson Street
Use the right lane.
39
Turn left onto Grayland Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Grayland Avenue
40
Turn left onto South Meadow Street
0.6 mi·1 min·South Meadow Street
Use the straight lane.
41
Turn right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi·19 sec·Monument Avenue
42
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft·2 sec·Marcus-David Peters Circle
43
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92 miles from Bassett, VA, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.7 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 40 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92 miles or 2h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 17m
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 Bassett, 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 Bassett, VA
This is one driving day of about 184 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Bassett, 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 Kings Highway for about 39.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92 mi from Bassett, VA
· 2h 4m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.77 one way
$57.55 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$31.46
$62.92
premium
$4.70
$34.05
$68.11
diesel
$5.61
$40.62
$81.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.2
0
$19.32
$8.83
Efficient EV
46
0
$16.10
$7.36
EV Truck/SUV
73.6
0
$25.76
$11.78
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Bassett, VA
Evening
in Bassett on Friday
Local time
6:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Richmond, VA
Evening
in Richmond on Friday
Local time
6:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
South Boston, VA
92 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
24 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
4h 6m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bassett, VA to Richmond, VA covers 184 miles and takes about 4h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kings Highway, West Patrick Henry Highway, Philpott Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92 miles from Bassett, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.77 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 184 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 43.3 miles (US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.9 miles (US 360 / John Randolph Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 170.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bassett, VA to Richmond, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
