Richmond, Virginia to Salisbury, Maryland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Richmond, Virginia from Salisbury, Maryland?

The distance from Richmond, Virginia to Salisbury, Maryland is 115 miles (185.1 km) as the crow flies. Salisbury, Maryland is located ENE of Richmond, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 143.8 miles, taking about 2h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Virginia in Virginia and Salisbury, Maryland in Maryland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Richmond, Virginia and Salisbury, Maryland. 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.