Richmond, Kentucky to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Richmond, Kentucky from Washington DC?
The distance from Richmond, Kentucky to Washington DC is 401.3 miles (645.9 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located ENE of Richmond, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 514.2 miles, taking about 9h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky and Washington DC in District of Columbia.
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 Washington DC. 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 Washington DC
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 134 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
- You could travel this distance about 62 times to circle the Earth's equator