Mooresville to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.9 miles 371.6 km · straight line
288.6 miles estimated 464.5 km · driving distance
5h 48min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
53° NE bearing direction

How far is Mooresville from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Mooresville to Richmond, Virginia is 230.9 miles (371.6 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located NE of Mooresville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.6 miles, taking about 5h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Mooresville 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. 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 Mooresville 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.

How to Get from Mooresville to Richmond, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 48min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 58min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 31min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mooresville & Richmond, Virginia

Quick Facts

Mooresville
35.58°N, 80.81°W
America/New_York
277m elevation
Richmond, Virginia
37.54°N, 77.44°W
America/New_York
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients