How far is Richmond, IN from Lawrence, IN?
The driving distance from Richmond, IN to Lawrence, IN is about 67.5 miles (108.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.2 miles (96.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 01h 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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 Lawrence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Lawrence.
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Start on East Main Street
9 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North 9th Street
1367 ft · 44 sec · North 9th Street
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Continue on Chester Boulevard
2.7 mi · 3 min · Chester Boulevard
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Take the exit slight left
1563 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
60.8 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 465 South, I 465 North
1463 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 465 North
2479 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
1782 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
1 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto McCoy Street
127 m · 19 sec · McCoy Street
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Turn left
18 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
23 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Lawrence.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Chester Boulevard
Merge slight left
60.8 mi · 01h 10m
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 Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Lawrence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Lawrence?
The road trip is about 67.5 miles (108.6 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Greensboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.7 miles from Richmond and 33.8 miles from Lawrence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.2 miles (96.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 4:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.19 one way or $18.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.2 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 Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Lawrence.
Stop Ideas Near Greensboro
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 Greensboro.
Connersville station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Lawrence. Straight-line distance: 60.22 mi (96.92 km).
#1 Richmond
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 35,239 |
| Coordinates | 39.8289400, -84.8902400 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lawrence
A city in Marion County, Indiana.
| Population | 49,545 |
| Coordinates | 39.8386500, -86.0252600 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-86.025248, 39.83865)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 109 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.86 | $9.19 | $18.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $10.60 | $21.21 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $11.87 | $23.74 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $15.76 | $31.52 |
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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