Distance from Atlanta to Richmond by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Atlanta (GA) to Richmond (VA) is 471 miles or 757 kilometers or 409 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Atlanta to Richmond is 532 miles (857 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 61 miles or 100 km.

Flight distance from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Atlanta and Richmond is 471 miles or 757 km.
The nearest airport to Atlanta, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and the nearest airport to Richmond, is Richmond International Airport (RIC).

What is the average flight time from Atlanta to Richmond?

Flight time from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA is 1 hours 4 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Atlanta to Richmond Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Atlanta, GA and Richmond, VA
This map shows the distance from Atlanta, GA, Usa to Richmond, VA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Atlanta, Georgia to Richmond, Virginia is displayed below.

Driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA

The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Richmond, Virginia is 532 miles or 857 km.
The total driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA is 532 miles or 857 kilometers. Your trip begins in Atlanta, Georgia. It ends in Richmond, Virginia.
The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Richmond, Virginia is approximately 532 miles (857 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 10 to 11 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA

How long is the drive from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA?
The total driving time is 10 hours, 9 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Atlanta to Richmond take?
Atlanta and Richmond are 10 hours 9 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Atlanta and Richmond

Time difference between Atlanta (GA) and Richmond (VA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in AtlantaCurrent local time in Richmond
2025-12-22, 12:47:37 EST2025-12-22, 12:47:37 EST
How Far is it Between Atlanta Georgia, USA and Richmond Virginia, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Atlanta, GA and Richmond, VA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 532 mi 857 km 461.99 nmi
Straight line distance 471 mi 757 km 409 nmi
Difference 61 mi 100 km 52 nmi

Atlanta Details

Atlanta is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 45' 46.5'' Longitude: W 84° 25' 21.6''
Latitude33.76291
Longitude-84.42267
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Atlanta

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Richmond Details

Richmond is located in Virginia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 37° 33' 13.5'' Longitude: W 77° 27' 36.9''
Latitude37.55376
Longitude-77.46026
StateVirginia
Nearest airports to Richmond

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Atlanta, GA and Richmond, VA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 17 hours 51 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 13 hours 23 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 11 hours 54 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 10 hours 42 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 9 hours 44 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 8 hours 55 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 8 hours 14 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 7 hours 39 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 7 hours 8 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 6 hours 41 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 6 hours 18 minutes