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Virginia State University - - Transportation

The closest airport is Richmond International Airport, located Richmond, VA, about 20 miles from the city center of Peterburg, VA.

Getting around in Petersburg, VA

The city has public transportation service, provided by PAT (Petersburg Area Transit), but, the best way to get around in Petersburg is considered to be by car.

PAT operates from Monday to Thursday, between 5 45 am and 7 pm, and until 8 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. The regular base fare is $1.

The major highways that serve the city are: Interstates 85 and 95, US Routes 1, 301 and 460, and Virginia State Route 36.

How to get to Virginia State University campus?

Easy! Just follow the driving directions listed below!

From Richmond International Airport: Head north on Richard E Byrd Terminal Dr, toward Clarkson Rd, and make a slight right at S Airport Dr. Turn right at US-60 E/VA-156 S/W Williamsburg Rd, and merge onto I-295 S, via the ramp to Rocky Mt NC/I-95 S. Take exit 15B, to merge onto VA-10 W/E Hundred Rd, toward Chester, and turn left at US-1 S/US-301 S. Turn right at Dupuy Avenue and make a slight left at E River Rd. Turn left at 3rd Avenue (which turns right and becomes Lee Street), and again at Hayden Street/Stewart Street.