Brooklyn to Richmond by ferry
Richmond lies 459 km (285 mi) south-west of Brooklyn, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 459 km (285 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 13 h 54 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Brooklyn | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 226,610 |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 68 m (223 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Port | Harbor Charlie | Intermediate Terminal |
| Postal codes | 11201–11256 | 23173–23298 |
Where to book ferries from Brooklyn to Richmond
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Staying in Richmond
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Book a hotel in Richmond
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Common questions
How far is Richmond from Brooklyn?
459 km (285 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Brooklyn; by road roughly 559 km (348 mi).
How long does it take to get from Brooklyn to Richmond by ferry?
About 13 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Brooklyn and Richmond?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.