Driving from Richmond to Kelowna
Kelowna lies 275 km (171 mi) east of Richmond, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 44 min without stops, over roughly 336 km (209 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Richmond | Kelowna | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Population | 209,937 | 144,576 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 350 m (1,148 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Vancouver) | UTC-7 (America/Vancouver) |
Where to book car hire from Richmond to Kelowna
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Staying in Kelowna
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Common questions
How far is Kelowna from Richmond?
275 km (171 mi) in a straight line, east of Richmond; by road roughly 336 km (209 mi).
How long does it take to get from Richmond to Kelowna by car?
About 3 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Richmond and Kelowna?
No, both are on America/Vancouver at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.