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Richmond, TX Road Trips

With 9 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Richmond, TX works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 305 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Richmond, TX spread mainly west and north, covering a wide geographic range.

city in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

10

Longest Drive

726 mi

El Paso, TX

Quickest Drive

42m

Houston, TX

Plan Around Richmond, TX

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Richmond, TX is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Trips from Richmond, TX

Driving from Richmond, TX

Expect an average of 305 miles and about 5h 33m behind the wheel when leaving Richmond, TX. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 726 miles (12h 7m), while the shortest is just 29 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Richmond, TX include El Paso, TX (726 mi, 12h 7m), Amarillo, TX (603.7 mi, 10h 54m), Garland, TX (324.7 mi, 6h 26m), McKinney, TX (300.6 mi, 5h 25m), and Fort Worth, TX (263.7 mi, 4h 50m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.78 per gallon. For the typical 305-mile trip from Richmond, TX, budget about $45 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 9 mapped routes leaving Richmond, TX and 1 routes heading into Richmond, TX, covering 10 total connections. Distances range from 29 to 726 miles.

The longest mapped route from Richmond, TX covers 726 miles and takes approximately 12h 7m. Shorter options start at just 29 miles.

The average route from Richmond, TX runs about 305 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 33m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 305-mile trip from Richmond, TX costs roughly $45 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Richmond, TX include El Paso, TX, Amarillo, TX, Garland, TX and McKinney, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Richmond, TX by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

12,117

Median Income

$68,564

Median Home Value

$229,800

Median Age

34.7

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Richmond, TX at a Glance

Founded

1837

Elevation

92 ft

Area

4 mi²

Notable People from Richmond, TX

A sampling of people born in Richmond, TX.

Anthony Rendon

Anthony Rendon

1990

American baseball player (born 1990)

Jermell Charlo

1990

boxer

CeeDee Lamb

CeeDee Lamb

1999

American football player (born 1999)

Jermall Charlo

1990

American boxer

John Matthew Moore

John Matthew Moore

1862–1940

American rancher and politician (1862-1940)

Pat Zachry

Pat Zachry

1952–2024

American baseball player

Landmarks & Historic Sites

Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Richmond, TX.

John M. and Lottie D. Moore House

John M. and Lottie D. Moore House

building in Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark National Register of Historic Places listed place
Lamar–Calder House

Lamar–Calder House

building in Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas

National Register of Historic Places listed place
Fort Bend County Courthouse

Fort Bend County Courthouse

historic place in Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark National Register of Historic Places listed place

City data from Wikidata (Q961272), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.

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