How far is Tappahannock, VA from Richmond, VA?
The driving distance from Tappahannock, VA to Richmond, VA is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.7 miles (67.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tappahannock and Richmond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tappahannock and Richmond.
-
1
Start on Tappahannock Boulevard
2.1 mi · 4 min · Tappahannock Boulevard
-
2
Keep slight right
36.2 mi · 49 min
-
3
Continue on Mechanicsville Bypass
1.5 km · 1 min · Mechanicsville Bypass
-
4
Continue on Mechanicsville Turnpike
3.2 mi · 5 min · Mechanicsville Turnpike
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West
1096 ft · 27 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 1, US 301: Chamberlayne Avenue
691 ft · 19 sec
-
8
Turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue
96 m · 11 sec · Chamberlayne Avenue
-
9
Continue on Brook Road
3256 ft · 1 min · Brook Road
-
10
Turn left onto Admiral Street
963 ft · 26 sec · Admiral Street
-
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North Lombardy Street
42 m · 3 sec · North Lombardy Street
-
12
Exit the roundabout onto North Lombardy Street
1 km · 1 min · North Lombardy Street
-
13
Turn slight right onto Monument Avenue
728 ft · 21 sec · Monument Avenue
-
14
Enter the roundabout toward Marcus-David Peters Circle
141 m · 13 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Marcus-David Peters Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tappahannock 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.
Tappahannock Boulevard
Keep slight right
36.2 mi · 00h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Tappahannock 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 Tappahannock to Richmond?
The road trip is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km) and usually takes 00h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hillsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.1 miles from Tappahannock and 23.1 miles from Richmond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.7 miles (67.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.46 one way or $12.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Tappahannock and Chance Rain Showers near Richmond.
Stop Ideas Near Hillsboro
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hillsboro.
Ashland
Richmond Main Street Station
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Williamsburg Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tappahannock and Richmond. Straight-line distance: 41.69 mi (67.1 km).
#1 Tappahannock
Town of the United States
| Population | 2,400 |
| Coordinates | 37.9254100, -76.8591300 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| 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: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $6.46 | $12.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $9.17 | $18.33 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Virginia · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.