Canton, Ohio to Richmond, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

196.8 miles 316.7 km · straight line
246 miles estimated 395.9 km · driving distance
4h 57min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Canton, Ohio from Richmond, Indiana?

The distance from Canton, Ohio to Richmond, Indiana is 196.8 miles (316.7 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Indiana is located WSW of Canton, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 246 miles, taking about 4h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Canton, Ohio in Ohio and Richmond, Indiana in Indiana.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Canton, Ohio and Richmond, Indiana. 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 Canton, Ohio to Richmond, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 57min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 56min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 42min $30–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canton, Ohio & Richmond, Indiana

Quick Facts

Canton, Ohio
40.80°N, 81.38°W
America/New_York
323m elevation
Richmond, Indiana
39.83°N, 84.89°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
299m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 126.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients