How far is Barlow, KY from Wickliffe, KY?
The driving distance from Barlow, KY to Wickliffe, KY is about 6.7 miles (10.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.5 miles (10.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Ballard County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barlow and Wickliffe.
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Start on the route
8 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway
33 m · 6 sec · Broadway
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Turn left onto South 4th Street
6.1 mi · 7 min · South 4th Street
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Continue on Lee Street
724 ft · 9 sec · Lee Street
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Continue on 4th Street
2542 ft · 1 min · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Court Street
3 m · 1 sec · Court Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Court Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Barlow and Wickliffe.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South 4th Street
Turn left onto South 4th Street
6.06 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Barlow and Partly Sunny near Wickliffe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Barlow to Wickliffe?
The road trip is about 6.7 miles (10.8 km) and usually takes 00h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Blandville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.4 miles from Barlow and 3.4 miles from Wickliffe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.5 miles (10.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.93 one way or $1.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Barlow and Partly Sunny near Wickliffe.
Stop Ideas Near Blandville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Blandville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Barlow and Wickliffe. Straight-line distance: 6.45 mi (10.38 km).
#1 Barlow
Human settlement in Ballard County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 628 |
| Coordinates | 37.0517200, -89.0467300 |
| Altitude | 114 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wickliffe
Human settlement in Ballard County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 638 |
| Coordinates | 36.9647800, -89.0892300 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 51 (-89.089199, 36.964795)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.86 | $0.93 | $1.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $1.07 | $2.13 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $1.17 | $2.34 |
| Diesel | $6.09 | $1.46 | $2.92 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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