Trip from West Lynchburg, VA to Glen Allen, VA

Drive Time

2h 29m

Distance

115 mi

185 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 19m ★

6 AM

2h 29m

8 AM

2h 49m

10 AM

2h 36m

12 PM

2h 34m

3 PM

2h 37m

5 PM

2h 48m

8 PM

2h 23m

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

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West Lynchburg, VA

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from West Lynchburg to Glen Allen, you can expect a manageable 115-mile trek that takes approximately 2 hours and 29 minutes. This journey serves as a straightforward day trip, meaning there is no need to book an overnight stay along the way. You will primarily navigate via Anderson Highway, VA 24, and Richmond Highway to reach your destination. Budgeting about $18 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, the trip maintains a consistent regional feel throughout. It is an ideal route for drivers who prefer local roads over the monotony of major interstates.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

57.5 miles from West Lynchburg, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a high-speed interstate haul, this route consists of only 25% highway driving, placing you on smaller roads for the vast majority of your trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 24.7 miles along Anderson Highway, providing a brief period of steady cruising. Because the path relies heavily on local infrastructure, the experience is more technical than a typical highway commute. You will find that the road's personality changes frequently as you transition between these smaller thoroughfares.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Anderson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.7 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 3.7 miles in near US 460 BUS.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 115 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 3.7 miles (US 460 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.6 miles (US 522 / Maidens Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 107.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

3.7 mi into trip | ~7m in | US 460 BUS

Take the exit onto US 460 BUS toward US 29 North, US 460 East: charlottesville, appomattox

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 29 North, US 460 East: charlottesvill...

81.6 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in | US 522 / Maidens Road

Turn left onto US 522 / Maidens Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

107.9 mi into trip | ~2h 18m in

Take the exit toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 177 Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk

112.1 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in

Take the exit toward US 33 East: Richmond

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 49B Toward US 33 East: Richmond

112.9 mi into trip | ~2h 25m in | Mountain Road

Turn left onto Mountain Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Along This Route

Between West Lynchburg, VA and Glen Allen, VA, road signs point toward Appomattox and Norfolk.

Appomattox

22.1 mi in | ~32m | via VA 24

Norfolk

107.9 mi in | ~2h 18m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Anderson Highway	24.7 mi	31m
VA 24	18.9 mi	21m
Richmond Highway	18.1 mi	24m
Maidens Road	11.6 mi	16m
I 64	9.8 mi	10m
East James Anderson Highway	8.1 mi	9m
West James Anderson Highway	7.7 mi	9m
Fairground Road	3.4 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Anderson Highway — 24.7 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Lynchburg, VA and Glen Allen, VA.

Start on Lakeside Drive

0.7 mi · 1 min · Lakeside Drive

Use the none lane.

Continue on Park Avenue

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Park Avenue

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto US 501 BUS

70 ft · 4 sec · Langhorne Road

Continue on US 501 BUS

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Langhorne Road

Continue on US 501 BUS

2.5 mi · 4 min · Campbell Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 460 BUS

0.3 mi · 38 sec · US 460 BUS

Toward US 29 North, US 460 East: charlottesville, appomattox

Merge onto US 29; US 460

18 mi · 24 min · Richmond Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto VA 24

0.2 mi · 21 sec · VA 24

Toward VA 24 East, VA 131 South: To Route 60, Appomattox

Turn slight left onto VA 24

19 mi · 21 min · VA 24

Continue on US 60

7.7 mi · 9 min · West James Anderson Highway

Continue on US 60

8.1 mi · 9 min · East James Anderson Highway

Continue on US 60

25 mi · 31 min · Anderson Highway

Turn left onto US 522

12 mi · 16 min · Maidens Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto SR 632

3.4 mi · 4 min · Fairground Road

Turn right onto US 250

0.9 mi · 1 min · Broad Street Road

Turn left onto SR 617

0.4 mi · 41 sec · Oilville Road

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Merge onto I 64

9.8 mi · 10 min · I 64

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

1.2 mi · 1 min

Exit 177 Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 295

3.0 mi · 3 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 35 sec

Exit 49B Toward US 33 East: Richmond Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto US 33

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Staples Mill Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Mountain Road

2.1 mi · 3 min · Mountain Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Hamilton Road

43 ft · 4 sec · Hamilton Road

Turn right

32 ft · 2 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Because this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without worrying about a rigid schedule. Since you have no mandatory stops scheduled, feel free to pace yourself and pull over whenever you need a quick break. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can be tiring, so ensure you are well-rested before heading out. Given the $18 fuel estimate, it is wise to check your levels before leaving West Lynchburg to avoid unnecessary detours. Pay close attention to navigation when transitioning between Anderson Highway, VA 24, and Richmond Highway to stay on track.

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 57.5 miles from West Lynchburg, VA, or about 1h 13m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.7 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 57.5 miles or 1h 13m 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 2m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glen Allen, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving West Lynchburg, 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 West Lynchburg, VA

This is one driving day of about 115 miles and 2h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Lynchburg, VA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on Anderson Highway for about 24.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 57.5 mi from West Lynchburg, VA · 1h 13m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

58 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

Middletown, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middletown, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 57.5 miles from West Lynchburg, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Glen Allen, VA

The final approach into Glen Allen, 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 Glen Allen, VA.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.40 one way

$36.81 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$20.05	$40.11
premium	$4.78	$21.63	$43.27
diesel	$5.64	$25.55	$51.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	34.5	$12.08	$5.52
Efficient EV	28.8	$10.06	$4.60
EV Truck/SUV	46	$16.10	$7.36

Gas CO2

40 kg

EV CO2

13 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

West Lynchburg, VA

Evening in West Lynchburg on Sunday

Local time

7:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Glen Allen, VA

Evening in Glen Allen on Sunday

Local time

7:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

86°F

Middletown, MD

58 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

5 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

2h 29m 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 West Lynchburg, VA to Glen Allen, VA covers 115 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Anderson Highway, VA 24, Richmond Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 57.5 miles from West Lynchburg, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.40 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.

Between West Lynchburg, VA and Glen Allen, VA, road signs point toward Appomattox and Norfolk.

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