New Rochelle to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Rochelle from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from New Rochelle to Richmond, Virginia is 304 miles (489.3 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located SW of New Rochelle. By car, the driving distance is approximately 380 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — New Rochelle 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 New Rochelle 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.