How far is Dumbarton, VA from Richmond, VA?
Fastest route
The distance between Dumbarton, Virginia, and Richmond, Virginia is approximately 3.85 miles (6.2 km) by flight and 5.26 miles (8.46 km) by car. The estimated travel time by car is around 11 minutes.
Directions
To travel from Dumbarton to Richmond by car, follow these directions:
- Start driving on the designated road from Dumbarton.
- Continue on the road until you reach Richmond.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ The shortest distance between Dumbarton and Richmond is 3.85 miles (6.2 km) by flight and 5.26 miles (8.46 km) by car.
- ⏱️ The estimated travel time by car is approximately 11 minutes.
- 📍 Dumbarton's GPS coordinates: Latitude 37°36'14"N, Longitude 77°29'29"W.
- 📍 Richmond's GPS coordinates: Latitude 37°33'14"N, Longitude 77°27'37"W.
- 🏙️ Richmond is the capital city of Virginia, United States, with a population of 232,226.
- ⛽ The estimated gas consumption for the route between Dumbarton and Richmond is 0.7 liters (0.19 gallon) of gas.
- 💰 The estimated cost of gas for the journey is $0.76 (diesel $0.9), based on an average gas price of $4.102 per gallon.
- ℹ️ The distance calculation is based on the Haversine formula, which uses coordinates to approximate the distance between locations.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Dumbarton and Richmond is 3.85 miles (6.2 km).
Flight distance from Dumbarton, VA to Richmond, VA is 3.85 miles. Estimated flight time is .
Driving distance
The driving distance from Dumbarton, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 5.26 miles (8.46 km) by car.
Driving from Dumbarton to Richmond will take approximately 00 hours 11 minutes.
#1 Dumbarton
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°36'14"N 77°29'29"W |
| Latitude | 37.6037600 |
| Longitude | -77.4913700 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| 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 Dumbarton and Richmond
The distance between Dumbarton and Richmond is 8 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 05 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 Dumbarton and Richmond. The current time is 02:51:04.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 07 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 05 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 04 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 04 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 03 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 0.7 liters (0.19 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Dumbarton and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Dumbarton to Richmond is $0.62 (diesel $0.8).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $0.62 | $0.7 | $0.76 | $0.8 |
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 29, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Dumbarton and Richmond (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
