How long is the drive from Richmond to New York?

About 6 hr 26 min and 338 mi of road driving, before any detours.

What are the best stops between Richmond and New York?

Top ranked stops include Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Albi, Nationals Park. Each stop shows an honest +N min detour estimate from the main drive.

Can I plan this drive in Roamward?

Yes — open the pre-filled From→To planner for Richmond to New York, pick a detour budget, and save the trip.

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Richmond to New York road trip: 24 stops worth the detour

Richmond, VA → New York, NY. Ranked detours with honest +N min estimates — then open a pre-filled plan door when you're ready to drive it.

338 miRoad miles

6 hr 26 minDrive time

5States crossed

24Detour stops

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Stops along the drive

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All24 Dining8 Hidden gems8 Golf4 MLB ballparks2 Hikes2

Oriole Park at Camden Yards+4 min
MLB ballparks · MD
the retro-park that started the whole movement — the B&O Warehouse beyond right field
Nationals Park+3 min
MLB ballparks · DC
Capitol views, the Racing Presidents, and half-smokes along the Anacostia
White Clay Creek+5 min
Hikes · DE
rolling Piedmont woods near Newark
Cascade Falls (Patapsco)+15 min
Hikes · MD
an easy forest loop to a pretty fall near Baltimore

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How long is the drive from Richmond to New York?
About 6 hr 26 min and 338 mi of road driving, before any detours.
What are the best stops between Richmond and New York?
Top ranked stops include Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Albi, Nationals Park. Each stop shows an honest +N min detour estimate from the main drive.
Can I plan this drive in Roamward?
Yes — open the pre-filled From→To planner for Richmond to New York, pick a detour budget, and save the trip.

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