Concord, North Carolina to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

228.5 miles 367.8 km · straight line
285.7 miles estimated 459.8 km · driving distance
5h 45min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
49° NE bearing direction

How far is Concord, North Carolina from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Concord, North Carolina to Richmond, Virginia is 228.5 miles (367.8 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located NE of Concord, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285.7 miles, taking about 5h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Concord, North Carolina in North Carolina and Richmond, Virginia in Virginia.

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 Concord, North Carolina and Richmond, Virginia. 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 Concord, North Carolina to Richmond, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 45min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 54min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 28min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Concord, North Carolina & Richmond, Virginia

Quick Facts

Concord, North Carolina
35.41°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
228m elevation
Richmond, Virginia
37.54°N, 77.44°W
America/New_York
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients