Traveling from Victoria to Richmond covers 69.5 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 42 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the journey. The route primarily utilizes West Patrick Henry Highway, Hull Street Road, and the Powhite Parkway to navigate toward the state capital. Since both your start and end points are located within the Southeast region of Virginia, the drive offers a consistent look at the local landscape. It is a straightforward, practical commute that works well for those looking to reach Richmond efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.7 miles from Victoria, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 69.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as highway travel accounts for only 16% of your total time on the road. You will spend the bulk of your journey navigating local connectors, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 24.3 miles along West Patrick Henry Highway. The experience behind the wheel is characterized by constant changes in direction as you transition from local roads onto the Powhite Parkway. This isn't a high-speed highway dash, so prepare for a drive that demands more attention to turns and transitions. It’s a functional, winding path that keeps you engaged as you head toward the city.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Patrick Henry Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 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 55.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.5 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 55.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.2 miles (VA 76 / Powhite Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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55.9 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred Road
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56.2 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richm...
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65.2 mi into trip|~1h 33m in|VA 76 / Powhite Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76 / Powhite Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
66.9 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|VA 146
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
67.9 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|Idlewood Avenue
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
West Patrick Henry Highway
24.3 mi
30m
Hull Street Road
14.2 mi
20m
Powhite Parkway
10.3 mi
13m
Lewiston Plank Road
8.2 mi
14m
Burkeville Road
4.7 mi
6m
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
2.1 mi
2m
Nottoway Boulevard
1.7 mi
5m
South Meadow Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
West Patrick Henry Highway
— 24.3 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Victoria, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on VA 40; VA 49 Truck
347 ft·11 sec·Main Street
2
Turn right onto VA 49
1.7 mi·5 min·Nottoway Boulevard
3
Turn left onto SR 723
4.7 mi·6 min·Burkeville Road
4
Continue on SR 723
8.2 mi·14 min·Lewiston Plank Road
5
Continue on SR 723
0.4 mi·43 sec·State Route 723
6
Turn right onto US 360
24 mi·30 min·West Patrick Henry Highway
7
Continue on US 360
14 mi·20 min·Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward VA 288 North: Powhite Parkway
9
Merge onto VA 288
2.1 mi·2 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, RichmondUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto VA 76
8.5 mi·10 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76
1.8 mi·2 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146
0.4 mi·36 sec·VA 146
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward Maplewood AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
230 ft·5 sec
Toward Maplewood Avenue
17
Turn straight onto Maplewood Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Maplewood Avenue
18
At end of road, turn left onto South Sheppard Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·South Sheppard Street
19
Turn right onto Idlewood Avenue
0.3 mi·57 sec·Idlewood Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
20
Turn right onto South Robinson Street
305 ft·11 sec·South Robinson Street
Use the right lane.
21
Turn left onto Grayland Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Grayland Avenue
22
Turn left onto South Meadow Street
0.6 mi·1 min·South Meadow Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi·19 sec·Monument Avenue
24
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
81 ft·2 sec·Marcus-David Peters Circle
25
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 42 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure time. Since there are no designated stops on this 69.5-mile route, make sure to handle any necessary fueling or rest needs before you head out, keeping your $11 fuel budget in mind. Because this is a turn-heavy drive, staying alert on the local roads is more important than managing long-haul fatigue. If you are heading into Richmond during peak hours, factor in a little extra time for local traffic, as the transition onto the Powhite Parkway can be busier than the rural stretches. Use the shorter distance to your advantage by enjoying a relaxed, steady pace rather than rushing the drive.
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 34.7 miles from Victoria, VA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.3 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 15 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.7 miles or 51m 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 25m
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 Victoria, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Victoria, VA
This is one driving day of about 69.5 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Victoria, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on West Patrick Henry Highway for about 24.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.7 mi from Victoria, VA
· 51m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 52.7
Park Closure: Eastern Front Tour Road south of Route 36 - Closed
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.87 one way
$21.74 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$11.88
$23.77
premium
$4.70
$12.86
$25.73
diesel
$5.61
$15.34
$30.69
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.8
0
$7.30
$3.34
Efficient EV
17.4
0
$6.08
$2.78
EV Truck/SUV
27.8
0
$9.73
$4.45
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 14, 2026
Origin
Victoria, VA
Afternoon
in Victoria on Friday
Local time
12:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Richmond, VA
Afternoon
in Richmond on Friday
Local time
12:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Partly Cloudy
SW 7 mph4% chanceLive 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
8 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
1h 42m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Victoria, VA to Richmond, VA covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Patrick Henry Highway, Hull Street Road, Powhite Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.7 miles from Victoria, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.87 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.5 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 55.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.2 miles (VA 76 / Powhite Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Victoria, 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 by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
