Lakeland to Richmond West: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lakeland from Richmond West?

The distance from Lakeland to Richmond West is 192.2 miles (309.3 km) as the crow flies. Richmond West is located SSE of Lakeland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 240.2 miles, taking about 4h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Lakeland and Richmond West. 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.