Ithaca to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ithaca from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Ithaca to Richmond, Kentucky is 523.9 miles (843.2 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located SW of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 628.7 miles, taking about 12h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Ithaca in New York and Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Ithaca 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.