Richmond, Virginia to Rochester, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Richmond, Virginia from Rochester, New York?

The distance from Richmond, Virginia to Rochester, New York is 388.1 miles (624.6 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, New York is located N of Richmond, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 465.7 miles, taking about 9h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Virginia in Virginia and Rochester, New York in New York.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Richmond, Virginia and Rochester, New York. 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.