Poughkeepsie to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Poughkeepsie from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Poughkeepsie to Richmond, Virginia is 342.9 miles (551.8 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located SW of Poughkeepsie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 411.5 miles, taking about 8h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Poughkeepsie in New York and Richmond, Virginia in Virginia.

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 Poughkeepsie 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.