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

286 miles 460.3 km · straight line
333.1 miles actual route 536 km · driving distance
6h 51min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
221° SW bearing direction

How far is New York from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from New York to Richmond, Virginia is 286 miles (460.3 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located SW of New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333.1 miles, taking about 6h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — New York in New York 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. 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 York and Richmond, Virginia. 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.

How to Get from New York to Richmond, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 51min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 13min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New York & Richmond, Virginia

Quick Facts

New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m 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 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM