Richmond, VA
Virginia
Richmond, VA is a gateway to great road trips in 25 driving routes available. Browse 25 routes with drive times, distances, and gas costs.
Driving Times from Richmond, VA
25 destinations
Short Drives — 1
Medium Trips — 4
Long Distance — 20
Frequently Asked Questions
How Far Is Richmond, VA from Major Cities?
Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Richmond, VA to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Washington DC, roughly 115 miles away by road.
Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.
Nearest Major Airports to Richmond, VA
If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Richmond, VA by road:
Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.
Driving from Richmond, VA: What to Know
Located in Virginia in the Mid-Atlantic, Richmond, VA is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-95, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.
All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.