Danville, Illinois to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.1 miles 391.2 km · straight line
303.9 miles estimated 489 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
131° SE bearing direction

How far is Danville, Illinois from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Danville, Illinois to Richmond, Kentucky is 243.1 miles (391.2 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located SE of Danville, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.9 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Illinois in Illinois 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 Danville, Illinois 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.

How to Get from Danville, Illinois to Richmond, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Illinois & Richmond, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Danville, Illinois
40.12°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
183m 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 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients