Mount Vernon, New York to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mount Vernon, New York from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Mount Vernon, New York to Richmond, Virginia is 302.2 miles (486.4 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located SW of Mount Vernon, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377.8 miles, taking about 7h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Mount Vernon, New York in New York and Richmond, Virginia in Virginia.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mount Vernon, New York 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.