Kinston to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kinston from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Kinston to Richmond, Virginia is 157.6 miles (253.6 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located N of Kinston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 197 miles, taking about 3h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Kinston in North Carolina 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kinston 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.