Distance from Houston to Richmond by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Houston (TX) to Richmond (CA) is 1639 miles or 2638 kilometers or 1424 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to Richmond is 1925 miles (3099 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 286 miles or 461 km.

Houston to Richmond Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Houston, TX and Richmond, CA
This map shows the distance from Houston, TX, Usa to Richmond, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Houston, Texas to Richmond, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Houston, TX to Richmond, CA

The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Richmond, California is 1925 miles or 3099 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to Richmond, CA is 1925 miles or 3099 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in Richmond, California.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Richmond, California is approximately 1925 miles (3099 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 33 to 34 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Houston, TX to Richmond, CA

How long is the drive from Houston, TX to Richmond, CA?
The total driving time is 33 hours, 23 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to Richmond take?
Houston and Richmond are 33 hours 23 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 Houston and Richmond

Time difference between Houston (TX) and Richmond (CA) is 2 Hours.
Richmond time is 2 Hours behind Houston.

Current local time in Houston	Current local time in Richmond
2025-12-17, 05:14:52 CST	2025-12-17, 03:14:52 PST

How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and Richmond California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Houston, TX and Richmond, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1925 mi	3099 km	1671.67 nmi
Straight line distance	1639 mi	2638 km	1424 nmi
Difference	286 mi	461 km	247 nmi

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