How far is Richmond, IN from Jeffersonville, IN?
The driving distance from Richmond, IN to Jeffersonville, IN is about 151.8 miles (244.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.4 miles (187.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Jeffersonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Jeffersonville.
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Start on East Main Street
113 m · 18 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South 8th Street
14.1 mi · 20 min · South 8th Street
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Turn right onto West Union Street
11.5 mi · 17 min · West Union Street
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Turn left onto North Eastern Avenue
834 ft · 16 sec · North Eastern Avenue
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
16.5 mi · 25 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2283 ft · 41 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right
24.2 mi · 35 min
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Continue straight
12.4 mi · 18 min
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Turn left
6.9 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto East National Road
2 mi · 3 min · East National Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
41 m · 8 sec
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Exit the roundabout
12.9 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto East Tipton Street
2734 ft · 54 sec · East Tipton Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 South: Louisville
1230 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
47.4 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
1515 ft · 32 sec
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Turn straight
1.2 km · 1 min
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Turn slight right
2590 ft · 2 min
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Continue on East 10th Street
128 m · 12 sec · East 10th Street
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Turn right onto Wall Street
1086 ft · 38 sec · Wall Street
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Turn left onto East 8th Street
1254 ft · 33 sec · East 8th Street
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Turn right onto Watt Street
795 ft · 35 sec · Watt Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Watt Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Jeffersonville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
47.4 mi · 00h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Richmond and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jeffersonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Jeffersonville?
The road trip is about 151.8 miles (244.3 km) and usually takes 02h 51m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hartsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.8 miles from Richmond and 76 miles from Jeffersonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.4 miles (187.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.70 one way or $41.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Richmond and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jeffersonville.
Stop Ideas Near Hartsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hartsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Jeffersonville. Straight-line distance: 116.42 mi (187.36 km).
#1 Richmond
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 35,239 |
| Coordinates | 39.8289400, -84.8902400 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jeffersonville
The most populous city in Clark County, Indiana.
| Population | 48,530 |
| Coordinates | 38.2775700, -85.7371800 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: Watt Street (-85.737805, 38.277274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 244 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.86 | $20.70 | $41.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $23.88 | $47.76 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $26.74 | $53.47 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $35.49 | $70.98 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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