How far is East Highland Park, VA from Richmond, VA?
Fastest route
The distance between East Highland Park, Virginia, and Richmond, Virginia, is approximately 4.6 miles (7.4 kilometers). The suggested route is via Mechanicsville Tpke and I-64 W, which will take around 10 minutes.
Directions 🗺️
- Head northeast on Fenwick St toward E Laburnum Ave.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto E Laburnum Ave.
- Continue on E Laburnum Ave, passing by Wendy's on the left in 0.5 mi.
- Continue onto Mechanicsville Tpke.
- Take I-64 W toward N 5th St in Richmond.
- Take exit 190 from I-64 W.
- Turn right after Burger King on the right.
- Merge onto I-64 W toward I-95.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 190 for 5th St toward I-95 S/Petersburg/Downtown/Coliseum.
- Keep right to continue on N 5th St.
- Turn left onto E Grace St.
Tips & Suggestions 💡
- 🚗 Before starting your journey, check for traffic conditions to ensure the fastest route.
- 🛣️ Follow E Laburnum Ave and Mechanicsville Tpke for a smooth drive.
- ⚠️ Be cautious of the exits and turns, especially when merging onto I-64 W.
- 🕑 Allow approximately 10 minutes for the trip to Richmond.
- 📍 N 5th St and E Grace St will be your key landmarks in the final stretch.
If you were to drive from East Highland Park to Richmond, you would take I-64 East. The drive would take about 11 minutes, assuming there is no traffic. However, if there is traffic, the drive could take up to 30 minutes or more.
Another way to get from East Highland Park to Richmond is by bus. The bus ride takes about 30 minutes and costs $2.50.
If you were to walk from East Highland Park to Richmond, the distance would be about 10 miles. The walk would take about 2 hours and 30 minutes, assuming you are a healthy adult.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Highland Park and Richmond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Highland Park and Richmond.
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Start on Fenwick Street
17 m · 3 sec · Fenwick Street
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Turn left onto East Laburnum Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Laburnum Avenue
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Turn left onto Richmond Henrico Turnpike
1523 ft · 44 sec · Richmond Henrico Turnpike
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Turn right onto East Ladies Mile Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Ladies Mile Road
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Turn left onto Chamberlayne Avenue
2608 ft · 1 min · Chamberlayne Avenue
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Turn right onto North Lombardy Street
3150 ft · 1 min · North Lombardy Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Lombardy Street
26 m · 2 sec · North Lombardy Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Lombardy Street
1 km · 1 min · North Lombardy Street
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Turn slight right onto Monument Avenue
728 ft · 21 sec · Monument Avenue
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Enter the roundabout toward Marcus-David Peters Circle
141 m · 13 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 East Highland Park 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.
East Ladies Mile Road
Turn right onto East Ladies Mile Road
1.32 mi · 00h 03m
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 East Highland Park and Chance Rain Showers near Richmond.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Highland Park to Richmond?
The road trip is about 6.1 miles (9.8 km) and usually takes 00h 13m 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?
Chamberlayne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.3 miles from East Highland Park and 3.8 miles from Richmond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.5 miles (5.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 8:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.83 one way or $1.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around East Highland Park and Chance Rain Showers near Richmond.
Stop Ideas Near Chamberlayne
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 Chamberlayne.
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Richmond Main Street Station
Ashland
Petersburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Highland Park and Richmond. Straight-line distance: 3.47 mi (5.59 km).
#1 East Highland Park
Census designated place
| Population | 14,796 |
| Coordinates | 37.5809800, -77.4069300 |
| 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: 10 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $0.83 | $1.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $0.93 | $1.86 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $1.00 | $2.01 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.18 | $2.36 |
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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