Richmond, Virginia to Rome, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Richmond, Virginia from Rome, Georgia?

The distance from Richmond, Virginia to Rome, Georgia is 488.2 miles (785.7 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Georgia is located WSW of Richmond, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 585.8 miles, taking about 11h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Virginia in Virginia and Rome, Georgia in Georgia.

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 Richmond, Virginia and Rome, Georgia. 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.