Albany, New York to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albany, New York from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Albany, New York to Richmond, Virginia is 403.1 miles (648.7 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located SSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 483.7 miles, taking about 9h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York 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.