How far is Portsmouth Heights, VA from Richmond, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Portsmouth Heights and Richmond is 78.57 miles (126.44 km).
Flight distance from Portsmouth Heights, VA to Richmond, VA is 78.57 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Portsmouth Heights to Richmond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Portsmouth Heights, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 96.55 miles (155.38 km) by car.
Driving from Portsmouth Heights to Richmond will take approximately 01 hours 41 minutes.
#1 Portsmouth Heights
A census-designated place in Newport News, Virginia. It is located in the southeastern part of the city. Portsmouth Heights is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Portsmouth Naval Hospital and the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
| Population | 99049 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°49'16"N 76°22'8"W |
| Latitude | 36.8209800 |
| Longitude | -76.3688300 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Richmond: Robert E. Lee Circle (-77.460437,37.553637)
Estimated Travel Time Between Portsmouth Heights and Richmond
The distance between Portsmouth Heights and Richmond is 155 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 43 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 Portsmouth Heights and Richmond. The current time is 04:25:18.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 13 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 24 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.9 liters (3.41 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Portsmouth Heights and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Portsmouth Heights to Richmond is $11.31 (diesel $14.62).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $11.31 | $12.82 | $14.02 | $14.62 |
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 Portsmouth Heights 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
Driving distance from Ashburn, VA to Portsmouth Heights 206.69 miles (333 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Portsmouth Heights 184.79 miles (297 km)
Driving distance from Charlottesville, VA to Portsmouth Heights 164.21 miles (264 km)
