How far is Richmond, VA from Charlottesville, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Richmond and Charlottesville is 64.49 miles (103.79 km).
Flight distance from Richmond, VA to Charlottesville, VA is 64.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Richmond to Charlottesville with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Richmond, Virginia to Charlottesville, Virginia is: 69.52 miles (111.88 km) by car.
Driving from Richmond to Charlottesville will take approximately 01 hours 08 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Charlottesville
The capital of Virginia. It is located in the Piedmont region of the state. Charlottesville is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Virginia and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.
| Population | 46950 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°1'46"N 78°28'36"W |
| Latitude | 38.0293100 |
| Longitude | -78.4766800 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Charlottesville: (-78.476567,38.029526)
Estimated Travel Time Between Richmond and Charlottesville
The distance between Richmond and Charlottesville is 112 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 14 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 Richmond and Charlottesville. The current time is 07:05:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 23 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.29 liters (2.45 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Richmond and Charlottesville.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Richmond to Charlottesville is $8.14 (diesel $10.53).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $8.14 | $9.23 | $10.1 | $10.53 |
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 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Richmond and Charlottesville (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 Richmond 118.65 miles (191 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Richmond 95.08 miles (153 km)
