Trip from Richmond, VA to Appomattox, VA

Drive Time

2h 1m

Distance

90.4 mi

145 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 53m ★

6 AM

2h 2m

8 AM

2h 19m

10 AM

2h 8m

12 PM

2h 6m

3 PM

2h 9m

5 PM

2h 18m

8 PM

1h 57m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Appomattox, VA

Jay Brand

Trip Overview

If you are looking to get from Richmond to Appomattox, expect a straightforward 90.4-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 1 minute. Because of the relatively short distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can anticipate spending roughly $14 on fuel for the round trip, making it an affordable regional outing within Virginia. The route utilizes a mix of local thoroughfares like the Midlothian Turnpike, Anderson Highway, and Old Courthouse Road to navigate the Southeast region. It is a practical drive for those who prefer navigating local roads over busy interstates, offering a consistent pace for travelers.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

45.2 miles from Richmond, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip features a turn-heavy profile that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than relying on monotonous highway cruising. With only 17% of the journey spent on highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time on local roads that demand more active steering. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 36.7-mile segment along Anderson Highway, providing a brief period of steady driving. Expect the road character to shift as you transition from the suburban outskirts of Richmond into the more rural, winding sections of the Virginia countryside. It is a drive that rewards drivers who enjoy navigating local routes rather than simply following a straight interstate path.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Anderson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 36.7 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 1.6 miles in near Parkwood Avenue.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 90.4 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 1.6 miles (Parkwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (McCloy Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Maplewood Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

1.6 mi into trip | ~4m in | Parkwood Avenue

Turn right onto Parkwood Avenue

Navigation decision point

1.8 mi into trip | ~5m in | McCloy Street

Turn left onto McCloy Street

Navigation decision point

2 mi into trip | ~6m in | Maplewood Avenue

Turn left onto Maplewood Avenue

Navigation decision point

7.3 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward US 60: Midlothian Turnpike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 60: Midlothian Turnpike

7.7 mi into trip | ~14m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 60 West: Midlothian Turnpike, Midlothian

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 60 West: Midlothian Turnpike, Midloth...

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Richmond, VA to Appomattox, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Midlothian along the way.

Midlothian

7.7 mi in | ~14m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Anderson Highway	36.7 mi	48m
Old Courthouse Road	10.3 mi	11m
Midlothian Turnpike	9.9 mi	16m
Mount Rush Highway	8.6 mi	9m
East James Anderson Highway	8.1 mi	9m
West James Anderson Highway	7.8 mi	9m
Powhite Parkway	3.5 mi	4m
E-ZPass Only (Powhite Parkway)	1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Anderson Highway — 36.7 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Richmond, VA and Appomattox, VA.

Start on Marcus-David Peters Circle

525 ft · 14 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle

Continue on Monument Avenue

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Monument Avenue

Turn left onto North Meadow Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Meadow Street

Turn right onto VA 147

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Main Street

Continue on VA 147

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Ellwood Avenue

Turn left onto South Sheppard Street

0.1 mi · 24 sec · South Sheppard Street

Turn right onto Parkwood Avenue

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Parkwood Avenue

Turn left onto McCloy Street

0.2 mi · 44 sec · McCloy Street

Turn left onto Maplewood Avenue

30 ft · 1 sec · Maplewood Avenue

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward VA 76 Toll South

Merge onto VA 146

0.6 mi · 46 sec · VA 146

Merge onto VA 76

1.0 mi · 1 min · Powhite Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto VA 76

1.0 mi · 1 min · E-ZPass Only (Powhite Parkway)

Merge onto VA 76

2.5 mi · 3 min · Powhite Parkway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward US 60: Midlothian Turnpike Use the slight right lane.

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 19 sec · this road

Toward US 60: Midlothian Turnpike

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Toward US 60 West: Midlothian Turnpike, Midlothian Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto US 60

9.9 mi · 16 min · Midlothian Turnpike

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 60

37 mi · 48 min · Anderson Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 60

8.1 mi · 9 min · East James Anderson Highway

Continue on US 60

7.8 mi · 9 min · West James Anderson Highway

Turn slight left onto VA 24

8.6 mi · 9 min · Mount Rush Highway

Continue on VA 24

10 mi · 11 min · Old Courthouse Road

Continue on VA 131

0.4 mi · 40 sec · VA 131

Turn left onto US 460 BUS; VA 131

0.6 mi · 1 min · Confederate Boulevard

Arrive at destination

US 460 BUS

Trip Plan

Since the trip is just over two hours, you have the flexibility to leave at your leisure without needing a rigorous schedule. Because there are zero planned stops in this data, you should plan your own breaks ahead of time to ensure you stay alert on the turn-heavy segments. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Richmond, as the $14 estimate provides a good baseline for your budget but can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. Given the technical nature of the local roads, it is wise to avoid peak commuting hours on the Midlothian Turnpike to keep your drive time closer to the two-hour mark. Always double-check your GPS before departing, as the reliance on local roads means you will be making more turns than you would on a standard interstate route.

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 45.2 miles from Richmond, VA, or about 1h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.7 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 80 miles or 1h 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 45.2 miles or 1h 7m 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 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Appomattox, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Richmond, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Richmond, VA

This is one driving day of about 90.4 miles and 2h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Richmond, VA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on Anderson Highway for about 36.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 45.2 mi from Richmond, VA · 1h 7m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

45 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

Middletown, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middletown, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 45.2 miles from Richmond, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Appomattox, VA

The final approach into Appomattox, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Appomattox, VA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.47 one way

$28.94 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$15.76	$31.53
premium	$4.78	$17.01	$34.01
diesel	$5.64	$20.08	$40.17

Estimated Tolls: $0.69

Midlothian Turnpike (9.9 mi) $0.69

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	27.1	$9.49	$4.34
Efficient EV	22.6	$7.91	$3.62
EV Truck/SUV	36.2	$12.66	$5.79

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Richmond, VA

Evening in Richmond on Sunday

Local time

5:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Appomattox, VA

Evening in Appomattox on Sunday

Local time

5:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

86°F

Middletown, MD

45 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

23 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

2h 1m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Richmond, VA to Appomattox, VA covers 90.4 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Anderson Highway, Old Courthouse Road, Midlothian Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 45.2 miles from Richmond, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.47 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.

On the drive from Richmond, VA to Appomattox, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Midlothian along the way.

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