Franklin Square to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

297.4 miles 478.6 km · straight line
371.8 miles estimated 598.3 km · driving distance
7h 29min estimated drive time
$36 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Franklin Square from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Franklin Square to Richmond, Virginia is 297.4 miles (478.6 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located SW of Franklin Square. By car, the driving distance is approximately 371.8 miles, taking about 7h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Franklin Square in New York and Richmond, Virginia in Virginia.

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 Franklin Square 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 Franklin Square to Richmond, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 29min $36 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 59min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~7h 7min $45–$130* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Franklin Square & Richmond, Virginia

Quick Facts

Franklin Square
40.71°N, 73.68°W
America/New_York
20m 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 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients