How far is Dumbarton, VA from Richmond, VA?
Fastest route
The distance between Dumbarton, Virginia, and Richmond, Virginia is approximately 3.85 miles (6.2 km) by flight and 5.26 miles (8.46 km) by car. The estimated travel time by car is around 11 minutes.
Directions
To travel from Dumbarton to Richmond by car, follow these directions:
- Start driving on the designated road from Dumbarton.
- Continue on the road until you reach Richmond.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ The shortest distance between Dumbarton and Richmond is 3.85 miles (6.2 km) by flight and 5.26 miles (8.46 km) by car.
- ⏱️ The estimated travel time by car is approximately 11 minutes.
- 📍 Dumbarton's GPS coordinates: Latitude 37°36'14"N, Longitude 77°29'29"W.
- 📍 Richmond's GPS coordinates: Latitude 37°33'14"N, Longitude 77°27'37"W.
- 🏙️ Richmond is the capital city of Virginia, United States, with a population of 232,226.
- ⛽ The estimated gas consumption for the route between Dumbarton and Richmond is 0.7 liters (0.19 gallon) of gas.
- 💰 The estimated cost of gas for the journey is $0.76 (diesel $0.9), based on an average gas price of $4.102 per gallon.
- ℹ️ The distance calculation is based on the Haversine formula, which uses coordinates to approximate the distance between locations.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 11m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dumbarton and Richmond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dumbarton and Richmond.
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Start on Southside Avenue
63 m · 10 sec · Southside Avenue
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Turn right onto Staples Mill Road
111 m · 12 sec · Staples Mill Road
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Continue on Staples Mill Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Staples Mill Road
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Turn left onto West Broad Street
2.6 mi · 6 min · West Broad Street
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Turn right onto North Allen Avenue
651 ft · 18 sec · North Allen Avenue
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Enter the roundabout toward Marcus-David Peters Circle
84 m · 8 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dumbarton and Richmond.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
West Broad Street
Turn left onto West Broad Street
2.63 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers leaving Dumbarton and Rain Showers near Richmond.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dumbarton to Richmond?
The road trip is about 5.3 miles (8.5 km) and usually takes 00h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tuckahoe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.3 miles from Dumbarton and 3 miles from Richmond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.9 miles (6.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.71 one way or $1.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Tuckahoe
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall
Old City Hall
City of Richmond Virginia (City Hall)
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tuckahoe.
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Richmond Main Street Station
Ashland
Petersburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dumbarton and Richmond. Straight-line distance: 3.85 mi (6.2 km).
#1 Dumbarton
Dumbarton is a place in Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.6037600, -77.4913700 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richmond
The capital of Virginia.
| Population | 232,226 |
| Coordinates | 37.5537600, -77.4602600 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
End: Robert E. Lee Circle (-77.460437, 37.553637)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 8 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $0.71 | $1.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $0.80 | $1.59 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $0.86 | $1.72 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.01 | $2.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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