Akron to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Akron from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Akron to Richmond, Virginia is 327.8 miles (527.5 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located SE of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 393.3 miles, taking about 7h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Richmond, Virginia in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Richmond, Virginia. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.