Paducah to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

240.7 miles 387.3 km · straight line
300.8 miles estimated 484.1 km · driving distance
6h 3min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
78° ENE bearing direction

How far is Paducah from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Paducah to Richmond, Kentucky is 240.7 miles (387.3 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located ENE of Paducah. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.8 miles, taking about 6h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States.

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 Paducah and Richmond, Kentucky. 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 Paducah to Richmond, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 3min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 16min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 45min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Paducah & Richmond, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Paducah
37.08°N, 88.60°W
America/Chicago
104m elevation
Richmond, Kentucky
37.75°N, 84.29°W
America/New_York
289m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients