Pittsburgh to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Pittsburgh from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Pittsburgh to Richmond, Kentucky is 296.1 miles (476.6 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located SW of Pittsburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 370.2 miles, taking about 7h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania and Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky.

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 Pittsburgh 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.