Charlotte to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259 miles 416.8 km · straight line
354.5 miles actual route 570.5 km · driving distance
7h 15min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Charlotte to Richmond, Kentucky is 259 miles (416.8 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located NW of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 354.5 miles, taking about 7h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina 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. 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Richmond, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 15min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 42min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 53min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Richmond, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM