Raleigh to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

341.3 miles 549.2 km · straight line
460.2 miles actual route 740.7 km · driving distance
9h 4min estimated drive time
$44 - $55 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Raleigh to Richmond, Kentucky is 341.3 miles (549.2 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located WNW of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 460.2 miles, taking about 9h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina 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 Raleigh and Richmond, Kentucky. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Raleigh to Richmond, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 4min $44 - $55 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 53min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 37min $55–$161* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Richmond, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m 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 114 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM