How far is Brodhead, KY from Nicholasville, KY?
The driving distance from Brodhead, KY to Nicholasville, KY is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and seat of Garrard County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brodhead and Nicholasville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brodhead and Nicholasville.
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Start on Sycamore Street
572 ft · 26 sec · Sycamore Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Boone Way
755 ft · 15 sec · Boone Way
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Continue on West Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
15.7 mi · 18 min
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Turn right
26.7 mi · 30 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brodhead and Nicholasville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
26.7 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Brodhead and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Nicholasville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brodhead to Nicholasville?
The road trip is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km) and usually takes 00h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lancaster is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.1 miles from Brodhead and 23.1 miles from Nicholasville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.11 one way or $12.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Brodhead and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Nicholasville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brodhead and Nicholasville. Straight-line distance: 34.04 mi (54.79 km).
#1 Brodhead
Human settlement in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,185 |
| Coordinates | 37.4042500, -84.4138300 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nicholasville
City in Kentucky
| Population | 30,888 |
| Coordinates | 37.8806300, -84.5730000 |
| Altitude | 286 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nicholasville (-84.573, 37.88063)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.54 | $15.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
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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