Lebanon, Tennessee to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lebanon, Tennessee from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Lebanon, Tennessee to Richmond, Kentucky is 153.2 miles (246.5 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located NE of Lebanon, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 191.4 miles, taking about 3h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Lebanon, Tennessee in Tennessee and Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky.

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 Lebanon, Tennessee 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.