Distance from Philadelphia to Richmond by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Philadelphia (PA) to Richmond (CA) is 2510 miles or 4039 kilometers or 2180 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Philadelphia to Richmond is 2863 miles (4609 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 353 miles or 570 km.

Philadelphia to Richmond Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, CA

The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Richmond, California is 2863 miles or 4609 km.
The total driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, CA is 2863 miles or 4609 kilometers. Your trip begins in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It ends in Richmond, California.
The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Richmond, California is approximately 2863 miles (4609 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 50 to 51 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, CA

How long is the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, CA?
The total driving time is 50 hours, 6 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Philadelphia to Richmond take?
Philadelphia and Richmond are 50 hours 6 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 Philadelphia and Richmond

Time difference between Philadelphia (PA) and Richmond (CA) is 3 Hours.
Richmond time is 3 Hours behind Philadelphia.

Current local time in Philadelphia	Current local time in Richmond
2025-12-18, 11:04:13 EST	2025-12-18, 08:04:13 PST

How Far is it Between Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA and Richmond California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2863 mi	4609 km	2486.23 nmi
Straight line distance	2510 mi	4039 km	2180 nmi
Difference	353 mi	570 km	306 nmi

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