Trip from Richmond, VA to Shawnee Land, VA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 21m

Distance

155.5 mi

250 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

58 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 10m ★

6 AM

3h 22m

8 AM

3h 46m

10 AM

3h 30m

12 PM

3h 28m

3 PM

3h 32m

5 PM

3h 45m

8 PM

3h 15m

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

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Shawnee Land, VA

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

The drive from Richmond, VA to Shawnee Land, VA covers 155.5 miles and takes about 3h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike, Warrenton Road, US 17 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 53.1 miles on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.32 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.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

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

Midpoint

77.8 miles from Richmond, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 21m. Total distance: 155.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from Richmond, VA to Shawnee Land, VA covers 155.5 miles and takes about 3h 21m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 53.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near VA 161 / North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 20 significant decision points across 155.5 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 1.7 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; at 2.4 miles (I 95 / Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

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

1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | VA 161 / North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

Turn right onto VA 161 / North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in

Turn left toward I 95 North, I 64 West

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 95 North, I 64 West

2.4 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 95 / Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

102.9 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in | US 17

Turn left onto US 17

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

131.1 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 81 South: Roanoke

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Exit 1A Toward I 81 South: Roanoke

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike	53.1 mi	58m
Warrenton Road	22.9 mi	33m
US 17	18.6 mi	20m
James Madison Highway	11.3 mi	15m
I 66	9.6 mi	10m
John Marshall Highway	8.6 mi	9m
Back Mountain Road	6.5 mi	11m
Eastern Bypass	4.8 mi	6m

Longest stretch: Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike — 53.1 mi, about 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Marcus-David Peters Circle

525 ft · 14 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle

Continue on Monument Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Monument Avenue

Turn right onto North Meadow Street

0.2 mi · 29 sec · North Meadow Street

Continue on Hermitage Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Hermitage Road

Turn left onto Robin Hood Road

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Robin Hood Road

Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard

Turn right onto VA 161

0.2 mi · 29 sec · North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn left

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 95 North, I 64 West Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 64; I 95

0.3 mi · 27 sec · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

53 mi · 58 min · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; US 17

1.6 mi · 1 min · I 95; US 17

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Toward US 17 Business: Falmouth

Turn left onto US 17

23 mi · 33 min · Warrenton Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 17

4.2 mi · 7 min · Marsh Road

Turn right onto US 15; US 29

4.6 mi · 6 min · James Madison Highway

Continue on US 15; US 17; US 29

2.4 mi · 3 min · Eastern Bypass

Keep slight right at fork onto US 17

2.3 mi · 3 min · Eastern Bypass

Toward US 17 North

Continue on US 17

6.7 mi · 9 min · James Madison Highway

Continue on US 17

2.7 mi · 3 min · Winchester Road

Turn left onto US 17

19 mi · 20 min · US 17

Use the left lane.

Continue on I 66

9.6 mi · 10 min · I 66

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 1A Toward I 81 South: Roanoke Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 81

3.2 mi · 3 min · I 81

Toward I 81 South: Roanoke

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward US 48, VA 55: Strasburg

Keep slight right at fork

160 ft · 3 sec

Merge onto US 48; VA 55

8.6 mi · 9 min · John Marshall Highway

Continue on US 48; VA 55

0.7 mi · 46 sec · Wardensville Pike

Turn right onto SR 600

2.7 mi · 4 min · North Pifer Road

Continue on SR 600; SR 608

0.7 mi · 1 min · Wardensville Grade

Turn slight left onto SR 600

6.5 mi · 11 min · Back Mountain Road

Turn left onto SR 753

0.2 mi · 58 sec · Rosenberger Lane

Turn left onto Tomahawk Trail

0.6 mi · 2 min · Tomahawk Trail

Continue on Tomahawk Trail

0.4 mi · 1 min · Tomahawk Trail

Arrive at destination

Tomahawk Trail

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 77.8 miles from Richmond, VA, or about 1h 36m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.1 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 34 miles or 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 77.8 miles or 1h 36m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 39m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawnee Land, 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 155.5 miles and 3h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Richmond, 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 Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike for about 53.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 77.8 mi from Richmond, VA · 1h 36m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hopewell, VA

78 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

Ashland, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Manassas, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 77.8 miles from Richmond, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Shawnee Land, VA

The final approach into Shawnee Land, 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 Shawnee Land, VA.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Curbside Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+18043557008

Visit website

821 Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

0.8 mi

Bamboo Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Cafe Synai

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

1.2 mi

Calyx Cafe | Lounge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

1 mi

Curbside Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+18043557008

Visit website

821 Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18046491042

Visit website

Bamboo Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+18043531609

Visit website

Greenbriar Cafe and Coffeehouse

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+18043555282

Visit website

Amuse Restaurant VMFA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+18043401580

Visit website

Tarrant's Cafe Downtown

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18042250035

Visit website

Chez Foushee Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 4:30–9 pm

+18046483225

Visit website

Cafe Rustika

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 4–9 pm

+18042258811

Visit website

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Cafe Synai

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12–5 pm

+18048161419

Calyx Cafe | Lounge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Richmond, Virginia

Visit website

Dubai Girls Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 11.1

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18044001505

Curitiba Art Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 55.6

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

Visit website

Autumn's Catering & Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour Inexpensiv

Richmond, Virginia

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

+18047888000

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 55.6

Fredericksburg, Virginia

+15402264261

Visit website

Rage RVA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 1–8 pm

+18043093410

Visit website

The Cask Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12–9 pm

+18043552402

Visit website

The Robins Nature Center at Maymont

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Closed

+18045259000

Visit website

Fun Land of Fredericksburg

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 55.6

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 12–9 pm

+15403861351

Visit website

T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley has a long and rich heritage that still inspires today. Native Americans first shaped the land, followed by colonists and settlers. The fertile valley became an important...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 134.1

View on nps.gov

Petersburg National Battlefield

National Battlefield

Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!

27 mi from route ~67 min detour Free near mile 101.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.32 one way

$48.63 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 54 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$26.59	$53.18
premium	$4.70	$28.78	$57.56
diesel	$5.61	$34.33	$68.66

Estimated Tolls: $3.69

Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike (52.8 mi) $3.69

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

$24

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 54.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

58 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Tesla Destination Charger

Richmond, Virginia

Tesla Destination

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Front Royal, Virginia

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Richmond, Virginia

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Rivian Adventure Network

Front Royal, Virginia

Rivian

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Strasburg, Virginia

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Destination Charger

Richmond, Virginia

Tesla Destination

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Richmond, Virginia

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Richmond, Virginia

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 24 Other: 12 Tesla Destination: 8 Blink: 7 Tesla: 2 EVgo: 2 Rivian: 1 Electrify America: 1 EV Connect: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	46.7	$16.33	$7.46
Efficient EV	38.9	$13.61	$6.22
EV Truck/SUV	62.2	$21.77	$9.95

Gas CO2

54 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (67% 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

Richmond, VA

Night in Richmond on Thursday

Local time

11:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Shawnee Land, VA

Night in Shawnee Land on Thursday

Local time

11:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

26 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 21m 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 Shawnee Land, VA covers 155.5 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike, Warrenton Road, US 17. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 77.8 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 $24.32 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Richmond, VA to Shawnee Land, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park, Petersburg National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.

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Trip from Richmond, VA to Shawnee Land, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Shawnee Land, VA

Nearby Places

Curbside Cafe

Harrison Street Cafe

Curbside Cafe

821 Cafe

Bamboo Cafe

Greenbriar Cafe and Coffeehouse

Amuse Restaurant VMFA

Tarrant's Cafe Downtown

Chez Foushee Restaurant & Bar

Cafe Rustika

Harrison Street Cafe

Cafe Synai

Calyx Cafe | Lounge

Dubai Girls Cafe

Curitiba Art Cafe

Autumn's Catering & Cafe

Luxe & You Floral Cafe

Passport Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Virginia Welcome Center at Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg Nationals

Science Museum of Virginia

Halls of Hysteria Haunted Attraction

Rage RVA

The Cask Cafe

The Robins Nature Center at Maymont

Fun Land of Fredericksburg

T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge

National Parks Near This Route

Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park

Petersburg National Battlefield

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Richmond, VA

Shawnee Land, VA

Same local time

26 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 21m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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