Frederick to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Frederick from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Frederick to Richmond, Kentucky is 389.1 miles (626.2 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located WSW of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 466.9 miles, taking about 9h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland 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 Frederick 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.