How far is Richmond, IN from Shelbyville, IN?
The driving distance from Richmond, IN to Shelbyville, IN is about 61.6 miles (99.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 02m 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 01h 31m.
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 Shelbyville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Shelbyville.
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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
16.4 mi · 25 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto North Perkins Street
69 m · 6 sec · North Perkins Street
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Turn right onto East 1st Street
18.7 mi · 28 min · East 1st Street
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Continue on East Broadway Street
2815 ft · 59 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn left onto South Harrison Street
550 ft · 9 sec · South Harrison Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Harrison Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Shelbyville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East 1st Street
Turn right onto East 1st Street
18.7 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Richmond and Mostly Clear near Shelbyville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Shelbyville?
The road trip is about 61.6 miles (99.2 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Glenwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.8 miles from Richmond and 30.9 miles from Shelbyville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.18 one way or $16.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Richmond and Mostly Clear near Shelbyville.
Stop Ideas Near Glenwood
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 Glenwood.
Connersville station
Indianapolis Union Station
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Cincinnati, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Shelbyville. Straight-line distance: 51.72 mi (83.23 km).
#1 Richmond
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 35,239 |
| Coordinates | 39.8289400, -84.8902400 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shelbyville
Township in Shelby County, Illinois
| Population | 19,508 |
| Coordinates | 39.5214400, -85.7769200 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shelbyville (-85.77692, 39.52144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $3.77 | $8.18 | $16.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.10 | $20.20 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.51 | $23.02 |
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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