RIC1 — Amazon Fulfillment Center RIC1
5000 Commerce Way, Petersburg, VA 23803
RIC1 Amazon Fulfillment Center – Petersburg, VA 23803 (2026 Complete Guide)
Warehouse code: RIC1 / RIC7
Facility type: Fulfillment center
Full address: 5000 Commerce Way, Petersburg, VA 23803, United States
Scale: 1,100,000 square feet
Operating hours: 24/7
Shifts: Day (07:00–16:00 ET), Night (18:00–03:00 ET)
Contact: (877) 346-6244
Location: Petersburg, at the junction of I-85, I-95, and US-460
Note: This guide summarizes common practices and experiences for RIC1. For any shipment, Amazon's current Seller Central and Carrier Central documentation always takes priority.
1. Why RIC1 matters in Amazon's network (2026 snapshot)
RIC1/RIC7 is Amazon's 1.1 million square foot fulfillment center in Petersburg, Virginia—located at the strategic junction of I-85, I-95, and US-460. This intersection places RIC1 on the Mid-Atlantic long-haul corridor connecting the Northeast with the Southeast.
Petersburg's location offers:
- I-95 – the Eastern Seaboard's primary corridor (Maine to Florida)
- I-85 – corridor to Durham, Charlotte, Atlanta
- US-460 – east-west access to Norfolk/Hampton Roads ports
- Richmond International Airport (RIC) – 25 miles north
- Port of Virginia (Norfolk) – 80 miles southeast
RIC1 serves the Richmond-Petersburg metro and the wider Virginia/Mid-Atlantic region, supporting parcel flows and linehaul operations along the entire East Coast.
2. Core questions from FBA sellers & truck drivers (2026 answers)
2.1 Do I need an appointment?
Yes—appointments required via Amazon Carrier Central. Book 7–14 days ahead, 2–3 weeks in Q4/Prime Day.
2.2 What are the receiving hours?
Open 24/7. Day shift: 07:00–16:00, Night shift: 18:00–03:00. Confirm your window through Carrier Central.
2.3 What pallet and packaging rules apply?
Standard FBA: 48"x40" GMA pallets, max 72" height, max 1,500 lbs. Virginia's variable weather requires moisture protection.
2.4 Does RIC1 accept deep sea imports?
Yes—FCL shipments accepted when consigned to a single FC and booked by appointment. Relevant for cargo arriving via the Port of Virginia (Norfolk).
3. Traffic, routing and parking tips
Approach: From I-95, take Exit 45 (Wagner Road) and head west to Commerce Way. From I-85, merge onto I-95 North and take the same exit.
Truck stops:
| Truck Stop | Location | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Pilot Travel Center | I-95 Exit 41, Petersburg | Full services, overnight, showers |
| Love's Travel Stop | I-95 corridor, Emporia VA | Diesel, parking, 24-hour |
| TA Travel Center | I-95, Doswell VA | Reserve-it parking, restaurant |
4. Nearby hotels and food
- Hampton Inn Petersburg/Southpark (~5 miles) – free breakfast, near I-95
- Comfort Inn Petersburg (~5 miles) – budget option
- Petersburg has local dining and Civil War-era historic sites
- Richmond (25 min) offers extensive dining and entertainment
5. Nearby Amazon facilities
RIC2/RIC3 (Chester, VA), DCA1 (Sparrows Point, MD, 855k sqft), BWI facilities (Baltimore/Virginia), ORF2 (Richmond/Chesapeake, VA)
6. Quick FAQ
Q1: RIC1 is 1,100,000 sqft at the I-85/I-95/US-460 junction.
Q2: Accepts deep sea imports (FCL) via Port of Virginia.
Q3: Serves the Mid-Atlantic corridor from Northeast to Southeast.
Q4: Appointments required via Carrier Central.
Last updated: March 14, 2026