Boston, Massachusetts to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Richmond, Virginia?
The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Richmond, Virginia is 474 miles (762.9 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located SW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 543.8 miles, taking about 11h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts 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 Boston, Massachusetts and Richmond, Virginia. 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 Boston, Massachusetts to Richmond, Virginia
Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Richmond, Virginia
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 158 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
- You could travel this distance about 52.5 times to circle the Earth's equator