Athens, Ohio to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Ohio from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Athens, Ohio to Richmond, Virginia is 281 miles (452.3 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located ESE of Athens, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351.3 miles, taking about 7h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Ohio in Ohio and Richmond, Virginia in Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Athens, Ohio 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.