Memphis to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Memphis from Richmond, Kentucky?
The distance from Memphis to Richmond, Kentucky is 366.7 miles (590.1 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located ENE of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 435.4 miles, taking about 8h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Memphis and Richmond, Kentucky. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 122 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
- You could travel this distance about 67.9 times to circle the Earth's equator