Driving from Richmond to Saanich
Saanich lies 71 km (44 mi) south of Richmond, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 58 min without stops, over roughly 87 km (54 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Richmond | Saanich | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Population | 209,937 | 117,735 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Vancouver) | UTC-7 (America/Vancouver) |
Where to book car hire from Richmond to Saanich
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Staying in Saanich
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Common questions
How far is Saanich from Richmond?
71 km (44 mi) in a straight line, south of Richmond; by road roughly 87 km (54 mi).
How long does it take to get from Richmond to Saanich by car?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Richmond and Saanich?
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.