How far is Galax, VA from Richmond, VA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Galax and Richmond is 200.56 miles (322.77 km).

Flight distance from Galax, VA to Richmond, VA is 200.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 32 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 29 minutes to travel from Galax to Richmond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Galax, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 267.93 miles (431.19 km) by car.

Driving from Galax to Richmond will take approximately 04 hours 22 minutes.

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#1 Galax

Independent city in Virginia, United States

Population 6296
GPS Coordinates 36°39'40"N 80°55'26"W
Latitude 36.6612400
Longitude -80.9239700
Altitude 723
Country United States
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#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 Galax and Richmond

The distance between Galax and Richmond is 431 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 47 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 Galax and Richmond. The current time is 06:53:45.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 08 hours 55 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 06 hours 41 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 05 hours 21 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 04 hours 27 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 49 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 03 hours 34 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 20 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 35.79 liters (9.45 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Galax and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Galax to Richmond is $31.39 (diesel $40.58).

Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.32 $3.76 $4.12 $4.29
Total $31.39 $35.58 $38.91 $40.58

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 November 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Galax 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

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Driving distance from Alexandria, VA to Galax 325.1 miles (523 km)

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Driving distance from Arlington, VA to Galax 316.46 miles (509 km)

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Driving distance from Chesapeake, VA to Galax 301.52 miles (485 km)

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Driving distance from Hampton, VA to Galax 312.94 miles (504 km)

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Driving distance from Harrisonburg, VA to Galax 191.79 miles (309 km)

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Driving distance from Leesburg, VA to Galax 293.88 miles (473 km)

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Driving distance from Newport News, VA to Galax 309.45 miles (498 km)

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Driving distance from Norfolk, VA to Galax 300.68 miles (484 km)

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Driving distance from Portsmouth, VA to Galax 299.26 miles (482 km)

Driving distance from Portsmouth Heights, VA to Galax 295.75 miles (476 km)

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Driving distance from Roanoke, VA to Galax 93.98 miles (151 km)

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