Origin
Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
Morning in Spotsylvania Courthouse on Friday
Local time
7:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA to Richmond, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
50.8 mi
82 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
David Guerrero
Trip Overview
The drive from Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA to Richmond, VA covers 50.8 miles and takes about 1h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Morris Road, Courthouse Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.7 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 50.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 6m highway drive covering 50.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Morris Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 39.7 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 16 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 39.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Morris Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in near SR 606 / Mudd Tavern Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 6m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (SR 606 / Mudd Tavern Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 9.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
8.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
SR 606 / Mudd Tavern Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 606 / Mudd Tavern Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
8.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Richmond
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 95 South: Richmond
5
9.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
48.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 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
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m 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 | 39.7 mi | 44m |
| Morris Road | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Courthouse Road | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Hermitage Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Mudd Tavern Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Meadow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Arthur Ashe Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Robin Hood Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 39.7 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on this road
290 ft
·
22 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto VA 208 BUS
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Courthouse Road
3
Turn left onto SR 606
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Morris Road
4
Continue on SR 606
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Mudd Tavern Road
5
Enter roundabout onto SR 606
160 ft
·
3 sec
·
Mudd Tavern Road
6
Continue on SR 606
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Mudd Tavern Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 95 South: Richmond
8
Merge onto I 95
40 mi
·
44 min
·
I 95
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 78
Toward VA 161: Arthur Ashe Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto VA 161
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
11
Turn left onto Robin Hood Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Robin Hood Road
12
Turn right onto Hermitage Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hermitage Road
13
Continue on North Meadow Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Meadow Street
14
Turn left onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Monument Avenue
15
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft
·
2 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
16
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.4 mi from Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.4 miles from Spotsylvania Courthouse, 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
$7.94 one way
$15.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.69 | $17.37 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.40 | $18.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.22 | $22.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.11 | $3.25 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Richmond, VA
Morning in Richmond on Friday
Local time
7:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Bowling Green, VA
25 mi in
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
1h 6m 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 Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA to Richmond, VA covers 50.8 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Morris Road, Courthouse 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 25.4 miles from Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.94 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 is a straightforward 1h 6m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (SR 606 / Mudd Tavern Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 9.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA to Richmond, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Petersburg National Battlefield.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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