Atlanta to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

276.3 miles 444.7 km · straight line
345.7 miles actual route 556.3 km · driving distance
6h 37min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
1° N bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Atlanta to Richmond, Kentucky is 276.3 miles (444.7 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located N of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 345.7 miles, taking about 6h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Richmond, Kentucky. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Richmond, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 37min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 56min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 17min $41–$121* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Richmond, Kentucky
37.75°N, 84.29°W
America/New_York
289m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM