Richmond, TX Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 2 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 444 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Richmond, TX spread mainly north and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
726 mi
El Paso, TX
Quickest Drive
4h 50m
Dallas, 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.
Continue From Richmond, TX
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Richmond, TX
Driving from Richmond, TX
Expect an average of 444 miles and about 7h 56m 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 264 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 444-mile trip from Richmond, TX, budget about $66 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Richmond, TX and 2 routes heading into Richmond, TX, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 264 to 726 miles.
The longest mapped route from Richmond, TX covers 726 miles and takes approximately 12h 7m. Shorter options start at just 264 miles.
The average route from Richmond, TX runs about 444 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 56m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 444-mile trip from Richmond, TX costs roughly $66 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
1990
American baseball player (born 1990)
Jermell Charlo
1990
boxer
CeeDee Lamb
1999
American football player (born 1999)
Jermall Charlo
1990
American boxer
John Matthew Moore
1862–1940
American rancher and politician (1862-1940)
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
building in Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas
Lamar–Calder House
building in Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas
Fort Bend County Courthouse
historic place in Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas
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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