Savannah to Richmond by ferry
Richmond lies 693 km (431 mi) north-east of Savannah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 693 km (431 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 21 h. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Savannah | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 147,780 | 226,610 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 68 m (223 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Port | Port of Savannah | Intermediate Terminal |
| Postal codes | 31401–31421 | 23173–23298 |
Where to book ferries from Savannah 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 Savannah?
693 km (431 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Savannah; by road roughly 845 km (525 mi).
How long does it take to get from Savannah to Richmond by ferry?
About 21 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Savannah 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.