Richmond, Kentucky to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Richmond, Kentucky from Virginia Beach?
The distance from Richmond, Kentucky to Virginia Beach is 461.1 miles (742.1 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located E of Richmond, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 599.7 miles, taking about 11h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky and Virginia Beach 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. 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 Richmond, Kentucky and Virginia Beach. 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 Richmond, Kentucky to Virginia Beach
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 154 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
- You could travel this distance about 54 times to circle the Earth's equator