Richmond, Virginia to Spartanburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Richmond, Virginia from Spartanburg?

The distance from Richmond, Virginia to Spartanburg is 307.9 miles (495.5 km) as the crow flies. Spartanburg is located SW of Richmond, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384.9 miles, taking about 7h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Virginia in Virginia and Spartanburg in South Carolina.

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 Spartanburg. 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.