Origin
Laurel Hill, VA
Evening in Laurel Hill on Thursday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laurel Hill, VA to Richmond, VA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
88.6 mi
143 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laurel Hill, VA
Brandon Ricketts
Trip Overview
The drive from Laurel Hill, VA to Richmond, VA covers 88.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway, Hermitage Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.7 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.3 miles from Laurel Hill, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 88.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 88.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 55.7 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 88.6 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 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 95 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.8 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Richmond
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Richmond
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 95 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 95 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
30.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
86.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 78
Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard
5
88.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
|
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 55.7 mi | 1h 2m |
| Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway | 29.4 mi | 34m |
| Hermitage Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Silverbrook Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Meadow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Arthur Ashe Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Robin Hood Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Monument Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 55.7 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurel Hill, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on Laurel Crest Drive
453 ft
·
16 sec
·
Laurel Crest Drive
2
Turn right onto SR 600
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Silverbrook Road
3
Turn left onto SR 642
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Lorton Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 South: Richmond
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
29 mi
·
34 min
·
Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
56 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 95
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 78
Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto VA 161
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
9
Turn left onto Robin Hood Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Robin Hood Road
10
Turn right onto Hermitage Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hermitage Road
11
Continue on North Meadow Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Meadow Street
12
Turn left onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Monument Avenue
13
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft
·
2 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
14
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Trip Plan
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 44.3 miles from Laurel Hill, VA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 19 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.3 miles or 53m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richmond, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Laurel Hill, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Laurel Hill, VA
This is one driving day of about 88.6 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Laurel Hill, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 55.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.3 mi from Laurel Hill, VA · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.3 miles from Laurel Hill, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Richmond, VA
The final approach into Richmond, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.86 one way
$27.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.15 | $30.30 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.40 | $32.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.56 | $39.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
| Efficient EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.75 | $3.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.40 | $5.67 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Evening in Richmond on Thursday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Sunny
SW 12 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
79°F
Fredericksburg, VA
44 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
42 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 45m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Laurel Hill, VA to Richmond, VA covers 88.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway, Hermitage Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.3 miles from Laurel Hill, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.86 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 95 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.8 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Laurel Hill, VA to Richmond, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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