Origin
Stuarts Draft, VA
Morning in Stuarts Draft on Friday
Local time
11:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Stuarts Draft, 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 57m
Distance
100.8 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stuarts Draft, VA
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Trip Overview
Stuarts Draft to Richmond is 100.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 57 minutes via I 64, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Virginia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that's perfect for a single day. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it an efficient way to get between these two points. Consider this route if you need to get from Stuarts Draft to Richmond quickly without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.4 miles from Stuarts Draft, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 100.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including one segment of 91.6 miles solely on I 64. The journey begins on Stuarts Draft Highway, transitioning to the main interstate for the bulk of the travel before concluding on West Broad Street in Richmond. Expect a consistent driving experience, largely free of complex intersections or slow-downs typical of local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 91.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Stuarts Draft Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 608 / Draft Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 57m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 608 / Draft Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 608 / Draft Avenue
Turn right onto SR 608 / Draft Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
6.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
97.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 195 South: Laburnum Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 186
Toward I 195 South: Laburnum Avenue
8
97.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 195 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 195 South
7
98.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 33, US 250: Broad Street, Hamilton Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 33, US 250: Broad Street, Hamilton St...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 91.6 mi | 1h 41m |
| Stuarts Draft Highway | 5 mi | 7m |
| West Broad Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Beltline Expressway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Rosser Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Draft Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Hamilton Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Allen Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 91.6 mi, about 1h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stuarts Draft, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on SR 1502
136 ft
·
7 sec
·
Cambridge Drive
2
Turn right onto SR 608
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Draft Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 340
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Stuarts Draft Highway
4
Continue on US 340
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Rosser Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
6
Merge onto I 64
92 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
I 64
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 186
Toward I 195 South: Laburnum Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 195 South
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I 195
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Beltline Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 33, US 250: Broad Street, Hamilton Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto North Hamilton Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Hamilton Street
12
Turn left onto US 33; US 250
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Broad Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn right onto North Allen Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
North Allen Avenue
14
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
274 ft
·
7 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
15
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour 57 minute duration, this is easily a same-day trip. You can depart Stuarts Draft at your leisure, perhaps after a late breakfast, and still arrive in Richmond with plenty of daylight. The $16 fuel cost is an estimate, so keep an eye on your gauge, especially since the longest stretch on I 64 is over 90 miles. While there are no designated stops in the data, you can easily pull off at any of the numerous exits along I 64 for a quick break or to refuel if needed. Plan to be on I 64 for the majority of your travel time.
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 50.4 miles from Stuarts Draft, VA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.6 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.4 miles or 58m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richmond, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stuarts Draft, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stuarts Draft, VA
This is one driving day of about 100.8 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Stuarts Draft, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 91.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.4 mi from Stuarts Draft, VA · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.4 miles from Stuarts Draft, 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 91.6 miles.
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
$15.76 one way
$31.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $17.24 | $34.47 |
| premium | $4.70 | $18.66 | $37.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.26 | $44.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.58 | $4.84 |
| Efficient EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.82 | $4.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.11 | $6.45 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Richmond, VA
Morning in Richmond on Friday
Local time
11:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Louisa, VA
50 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
22 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 57m 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 Stuarts Draft, VA to Richmond, VA covers 100.8 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Stuarts Draft Highway, West Broad Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.4 miles from Stuarts Draft, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.76 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 57m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 608 / Draft Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Stuarts Draft, VA to Richmond, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
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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