How far is Burkesville, KY from Nicholasville, KY?
The driving distance from Burkesville, KY to Nicholasville, KY is about 109.3 miles (175.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.1 miles (140.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 02h 10m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Burkesville and Nicholasville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burkesville and Nicholasville.
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Start on North Main Street
3276 ft · 42 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Albany Road
8.2 mi · 9 min · Albany Road
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Continue on Burkesville Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Burkesville Road
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Jamestown Road
8.5 mi · 10 min · Jamestown Road
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Continue on Albany Highway
10.2 mi · 12 min · Albany Highway
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Continue on Sewellton Road
3.7 mi · 4 min · Sewellton Road
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Turn left
52.1 mi · 1 hr
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1692 ft · 38 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Wilderness Road
1377 ft · 23 sec · Wilderness Road
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Continue on East Lexington Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · East Lexington Avenue
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Continue on Lexington Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Lexington Road
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Continue on Lexington Road
3.6 mi · 5 min · Lexington Road
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Continue on Chenault Bridge Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Chenault Bridge Road
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Turn left onto Lexington Road
6.4 mi · 7 min · Lexington Road
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Continue on Danville Road
6 mi · 7 min · Danville Road
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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 Burkesville 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 left
52.1 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Burkesville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Nicholasville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Burkesville to Nicholasville?
The road trip is about 109.3 miles (175.9 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Liberty is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.7 miles from Burkesville and 54.6 miles from Nicholasville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.1 miles (140.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.56 one way or $29.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Burkesville and Nicholasville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Burkesville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Nicholasville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burkesville and Nicholasville. Straight-line distance: 87.15 mi (140.25 km).
#1 Burkesville
City in Cumberland County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,437 |
| Coordinates | 36.7903400, -85.3705200 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| 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: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.56 | $29.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.42 | $32.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.96 | $35.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.47 | $40.95 |
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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