Origin
Warsaw, VA
Afternoon in Warsaw on Thursday
Local time
2:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warsaw, VA to Richmond, VA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
53.2 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warsaw, VA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Warsaw to Richmond, expect a straightforward 53.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $9 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, making it an affordable commute between these two Southeast Virginia locations. Because the drive is relatively brief, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from the rural landscape of Warsaw into the heart of Richmond efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 53.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 77% of this drive consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 360, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 36.2 miles. As you transition toward your destination, the route shifts from the open road onto Mechanicsville Turnpike and West Richmond Road. While the drive is characterized by its efficiency and speed, you should be prepared for the typical transition from rural highway driving to the more congested local roads as you approach the city limits. It is a consistent, reliable path that prioritizes direct travel over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 360 is the longest continuous segment at about 36.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 360 and West Richmond Road. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.2 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 49.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 64 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 64 West
8
51.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 1, US 301: Chamberlayne Avenue
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.
Exit 76A
Toward US 1, US 301: Chamberlayne Avenue
6
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Chamberlayne Avenue
Turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Admiral Street
Turn left onto Admiral Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 360 | 36.2 mi | 48m |
| West Richmond Road | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Mechanicsville Turnpike | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Tappahannock Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| I 64 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Mechanicsville Bypass | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Lombardy Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Brook Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 360
— 36.2 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warsaw, VA and Richmond, VA.
1
Start on this road
93 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
114 ft
·
11 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 360
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
West Richmond Road
4
Turn left onto South Water Lane
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Water Lane
5
Turn right onto Wright Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Wright Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 17; US 360
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Tappahannock Boulevard
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 360
36 mi
·
48 min
·
US 360
8
Continue on US 360
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mechanicsville Bypass
9
Continue on US 360
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Mechanicsville Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 64 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 64
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 64
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 76A
Toward US 1, US 301: Chamberlayne Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue
314 ft
·
10 sec
·
Chamberlayne Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on Brook Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brook Road
15
Turn left onto Admiral Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Admiral Street
Use the left lane.
16
Enter roundabout onto North Lombardy Street
138 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Lombardy Street
17
Continue on North Lombardy Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lombardy Street
18
Turn slight right onto Monument Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Monument Avenue
19
Enter roundabout onto Marcus-David Peters Circle
463 ft
·
13 sec
·
Marcus-David Peters Circle
20
Arrive at destination
Marcus-David Peters Circle
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.6 mi from Warsaw, VA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from Warsaw, 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
$8.32 one way
$16.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.85 | $19.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.75 | $23.49 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.23
Mechanicsville Turnpike
(3.2 mi)
$0.23
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.45 | $3.40 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Richmond on Thursday
Local time
2:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 17m 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 Warsaw, VA to Richmond, VA covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 360, West Richmond Road, Mechanicsville Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.6 miles from Warsaw, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.32 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 53.2 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 49.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Warsaw, VA to Richmond, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include George Washington Birthplace National Monument and Petersburg National Battlefield.
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