How far is Charlottesville, VA from Richmond, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Charlottesville and Richmond is 64.49 miles (103.79 km).
Flight distance from Charlottesville, VA to Richmond, VA is 64.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Charlottesville to Richmond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Charlottesville, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 68.34 miles (109.98 km) by car.
Driving from Charlottesville to Richmond will take approximately 01 hours 09 minutes.
#1 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 |
#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 Charlottesville and Richmond
The distance between Charlottesville and Richmond is 110 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 13 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 Charlottesville and Richmond. The current time is 15:18:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 16 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 42 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 08 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.13 liters (2.41 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Charlottesville and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Charlottesville to Richmond is $8.01 (diesel $10.35).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $8.01 | $9.07 | $9.93 | $10.35 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville 108.49 miles (175 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Charlottesville 104.93 miles (169 km)
