How far is Richmond, IN from Wabash, IN?
The driving distance from Richmond, IN to Wabash, IN is about 107.1 miles (172.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83 miles (133.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
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 Bearcreek Township, Jay County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Wabash.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Wabash.
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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
8.1 mi · 9 min · Chester Boulevard
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Continue on Chester Blvd
1.2 km · 53 sec · Chester Blvd
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Continue on Cross Street
6 mi · 7 min · Cross Street
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Continue on South Main Street
35.2 mi · 40 min · South Main Street
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Turn left
38 mi · 44 min
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Turn right onto South Baldwin Avenue
1.1 mi · 1 min · South Baldwin Avenue
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Turn left onto North Wabash Avenue
2919 ft · 50 sec · North Wabash Avenue
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Continue on North Wabash Road
4.8 mi · 7 min · North Wabash Road
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Continue on County Road 187 West
2304 ft · 39 sec · County Road 187 West
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Continue on South Wabash Street
11.9 mi · 18 min · South Wabash Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
20 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Wabash.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
38 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Sunny leaving Richmond and Mostly Sunny near Wabash.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Wabash?
The road trip is about 107.1 miles (172.4 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Bryant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.6 miles from Richmond and 53.6 miles from Wabash.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83 miles (133.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 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 2:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.25 one way or $28.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Richmond and Mostly Sunny near Wabash.
Stop Ideas Near Bryant
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 Bryant.
Connersville station
Waterloo
Bryan
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Wabash. Straight-line distance: 82.97 mi (133.52 km).
#1 Richmond
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 35,239 |
| Coordinates | 39.8289400, -84.8902400 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wabash
County seat of Wabash County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 9,845 |
| Coordinates | 40.7978200, -85.8205400 |
| Altitude | 217 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wabash (-85.82054, 40.79782)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 172 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
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 | $14.25 | $28.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.08 | $32.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.59 | $35.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.05 | $40.10 |
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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