Johnson City to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Johnson City from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Johnson City to Richmond, Virginia is 284.5 miles (457.9 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located ENE of Johnson City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 355.7 miles, taking about 7h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Johnson City in Tennessee and Richmond, Virginia in Virginia.

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 Johnson City 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.