How far is Elkton, VA from Richmond, VA?

Here are the driving distances between Elkton, VA and Richmond, VA:

  • Taking I-64 E, the most direct highway route, it is approximately 107 miles (172 km) from Elkton to Richmond. This drive takes around 1 hour 45 minutes in normal traffic.
  • Driving on US-250 E through Charlottesville and US-33 E is a slightly longer route at 114 miles (183 km). This way takes around 2 hours to drive.
  • Taking more backroad routes like VA-678 S, VA-231 S and US-522 S adds even more distance, approximately 128 miles (206 km) and over 2 hours 30 minutes drive time.
  • As the crow flies, the straight line distance between Elkton and Richmond is about 90 miles (145 km).

So in summary, the typical driving distance by highways between Elkton and Richmond is 107-114 miles, taking around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours under normal conditions. The shortest direct distance is about 90 miles as the crow flies. Backroads can add 15-20 extra miles to the total trip.

Fastest route

The driving distance between Birmingham, Michigan and Macomb, Michigan is 27.9 miles (44.9 kilometers). The drive time is about 36 minutes.

Here are the steps for the most direct route:

  1. Head south on Woodward Ave toward E Maple Rd.
  2. Turn left onto E Maple Rd.
  3. Turn left onto S Adams Rd.
  4. Turn right onto E Big Beaver Rd.
  5. Turn left onto N Adams Rd.

If you want to meet halfway between Birmingham and Macomb, Michigan, the exact coordinates of the halfway point of this route are 42.335628 and -83.253035, or 42º 19' 56.728" N, 83º 15' 15.392" W. This location is 13.95 miles away from Birmingham and Macomb and it would take approximately 20 minutes to reach the halfway point from both locations.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Elkton and Richmond is 86.58 miles (139.34 km).

Flight distance from Elkton, VA to Richmond, VA is 86.58 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Elkton to Richmond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Elkton, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 98.51 miles (158.54 km) by car.

Driving from Elkton to Richmond will take approximately 01 hours 49 minutes.

Richmond image
#1 Elkton

Town of the United States

Population 2914
GPS Coordinates 38°24'28"N 78°37'25"W
Latitude 38.4079000
Longitude -78.6236300
Altitude 296
Country United States
Richmond image
#2 Richmond

The capital of Virginia. It is located on the James River in central Virginia. Richmond is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the Edgar Allan Poe Museum.

Population 232226
GPS Coordinates 37°33'14"N 77°27'37"W
Latitude 37.5537600
Longitude -77.4602600
Altitude 64
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Elkton and Richmond

The distance between Elkton and Richmond is 159 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 45 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Elkton and Richmond. The current time is 05:11:58.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 03 hours 16 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 02 hours 27 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 58 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 38 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 01 hours 24 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 01 hours 18 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 13 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.16 liters (3.48 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elkton and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elkton to Richmond is $11.54 (diesel $14.92).

Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.32 $3.76 $4.12 $4.29
Total $11.54 $13.08 $14.31 $14.92

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.320 (Diesel $4.292) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elkton and Richmond (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

Richmond image

Driving distance from Alexandria, VA to Elkton 120.22 miles (193 km)

Richmond image

Driving distance from Arlington, VA to Elkton 111.58 miles (180 km)

Richmond image

Driving distance from Chesapeake, VA to Elkton 194.62 miles (313 km)

Richmond image

Driving distance from Hampton, VA to Elkton 176.94 miles (285 km)

Richmond image

Driving distance from Newport News, VA to Elkton 169.32 miles (273 km)

Richmond image

Driving distance from Norfolk, VA to Elkton 192.63 miles (310 km)

Driving distance from Portsmouth Heights, VA to Elkton 195.33 miles (314 km)

Richmond image

Driving distance from Roanoke, VA to Elkton 120.35 miles (194 km)

Richmond image

Driving distance from Virginia Beach, VA to Elkton 207.17 miles (333 km)

Gas Cost Calculator