Caldwell to Richland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

221.2 miles 356 km · straight line
276.5 miles estimated 445 km · driving distance
5h 34min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
326° NW bearing direction

How far is Caldwell from Richland?

The distance from Caldwell to Richland is 221.2 miles (356 km) as the crow flies. Richland is located NW of Caldwell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 276.5 miles, taking about 5h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Caldwell in Idaho and Richland in Washington.

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. 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 Caldwell and Richland. 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.

How to Get from Caldwell to Richland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 34min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 41min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 17min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Caldwell & Richland

Quick Facts

Caldwell
43.66°N, 116.69°W
America/Boise
724m elevation
Richland
46.29°N, 119.28°W
America/Los_Angeles
117m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients