Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ottawa, Ontario, Canada from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Richmond, Virginia is 551.8 miles (888.1 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located S of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 662.2 miles, taking about 13h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Richmond, Virginia is in Virginia, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 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.