How far is Alexandria, VA from Richmond, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Alexandria and Richmond is 89.31 miles (143.73 km).
Flight distance from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA is 89.31 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Alexandria to Richmond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Alexandria, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 102.35 miles (164.71 km) by car.
Driving from Alexandria to Richmond will take approximately 01 hours 45 minutes.
#1 Alexandria
A city in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Alexandria is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the Alexandria Museum of Art.
| Population | 158726 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°48'17"N 77°2'49"W |
| Latitude | 38.8048400 |
| Longitude | -77.0469200 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| 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 Alexandria and Richmond
The distance between Alexandria and Richmond is 165 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 49 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 Alexandria and Richmond. The current time is 03:03:10.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 24 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.67 liters (3.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Alexandria and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Alexandria to Richmond is $11.99 (diesel $15.5).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $11.99 | $13.59 | $14.87 | $15.5 |
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 April 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Alexandria 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 Alexandria 38.99 miles (63 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Alexandria 14.57 miles (23 km)
