Cape Girardeau to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Girardeau from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Cape Girardeau to Richmond, Kentucky is 287.8 miles (463.2 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located E of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.8 miles, taking about 7h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Cape Girardeau in Missouri 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Girardeau and Richmond, Kentucky. 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.