Pittsburgh to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243 miles 391 km · straight line
303.7 miles estimated 488.8 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Pittsburgh from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Pittsburgh to Richmond, Virginia is 243 miles (391 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located SE of Pittsburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.7 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania 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. 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 Pittsburgh 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.

How to Get from Pittsburgh to Richmond, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Pittsburgh & Richmond, Virginia

Quick Facts

Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m 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 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients