Baltimore to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

428.6 miles 689.8 km · straight line
540.2 miles actual route 869.3 km · driving distance
9h 59min estimated drive time
$52 - $64 estimated fuel cost
~1h 22min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Baltimore to Richmond, Kentucky is 428.6 miles (689.8 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located WSW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 540.2 miles, taking about 9h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky.

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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Richmond, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 59min $52 - $64 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 59min $43–$81* Budget
Train ~9h 29min $65–$189* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Richmond, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m 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 143 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 58.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM