Detroit to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Richmond, Kentucky?
The distance from Detroit to Richmond, Kentucky is 323.5 miles (520.6 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located SSW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 364.9 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Detroit 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 108 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
- You could travel this distance about 77 times to circle the Earth's equator