Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
98.3 mi
158 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nellysford, VA
Guilherme Simão
This 98.3-mile drive from Richmond, VA to Nellysford, VA will take you about 1 hour and 58 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The majority of your journey, 86%, will be on highways, primarily I 64, followed by Rockfish Valley Highway and Rockfish Gap Turnpike. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this is an economical option for a quick getaway. The route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Since it's a relatively short drive with no designated stops, you have the flexibility to depart when you're ready and enjoy the scenery without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.2 miles from Richmond, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 98.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 98.3-mile trip, with 86% of the route being on interstates and major roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 79.5 miles on I 64, providing a period of consistent speed and straightforward navigation. As you transition to Rockfish Valley Highway and Rockfish Gap Turnpike, the character may shift, though the highway focus generally continues. This route is designed for efficient travel, minimizing time spent on slower, winding roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Rockfish Valley Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Meadow Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Meadow Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (VA 161 / North Arthur Ashe Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto North Meadow Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto VA 161 / North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left toward I 95 North, I 64 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West, I 195 South: Charlottesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 250: Crozet, Yancey Mills
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Richmond, VA to Nellysford, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Yancey Mills along the way.
Yancey Mills
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 79.5 mi | 1h 28m |
| Rockfish Valley Highway | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| Rockfish Gap Turnpike | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Critzer Shop Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Hermitage Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Meadow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Arthur Ashe Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond, VA and Nellysford, VA.
Start on Marcus-David Peters Circle
Continue on Monument Avenue
Turn right onto North Meadow Street
Continue on Hermitage Road
Turn left onto Robin Hood Road
Turn right onto VA 161
Turn left
Merge onto I 64; I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 250
Enter roundabout onto Critzer Shop Road
Continue on Critzer Shop Road
Continue on VA 6; VA 151
Arrive at destination
Given the 1 hour and 58-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You can depart Richmond at your leisure, as there are no specific timing requirements or recommended stops. The longest stretch without a break is 79.5 miles on I 64, so consider a quick pit stop before or after this segment if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $15 for the entire 98.3 miles. Enjoy the straightforward journey to Nellysford.
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.
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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.2 miles or 57m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nellysford, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Richmond, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Richmond, VA
This is one driving day of about 98.3 miles and 1h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.2 mi from Richmond, VA · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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.
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 49.2 miles from Richmond, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.5 miles.
The final approach into Nellysford, 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.
Regular Gas
$15.37 one way
$30.74 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.81 | $33.62 |
| premium | $4.70 | $18.19 | $36.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.70 | $43.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.33
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
$15
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.32 | $4.72 |
| Efficient EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.3 | 0 | $13.76 | $6.29 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Richmond on Saturday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Nellysford on Saturday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
67°F
Louisa, VA
49 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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