How far is Carlisle, KY from Florence, KY?
The driving distance from Carlisle, KY to Florence, KY is about 71.6 miles (115.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.4 miles (92.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m 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 01h 27m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Scott County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carlisle and Florence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carlisle and Florence.
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Start on East Main Street
2817 ft · 56 sec · East Main Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Concrete Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · Concrete Road
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Turn left onto Carlisle Bypass
2661 ft · 41 sec · Carlisle Bypass
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Continue on US 68
2.2 mi · 2 min · US 68
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Continue on Millersburg Bypass
2.1 mi · 2 min · Millersburg Bypass
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Continue on Millersburg Road
6.7 mi · 8 min · Millersburg Road
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Turn right onto Paris By-Pass Road
2.8 mi · 3 min · Paris By-Pass Road
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Turn right onto Georgetown Road
7.7 mi · 11 min · Georgetown Road
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Continue on Paris Pike
6.8 mi · 10 min · Paris Pike
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Turn right onto Cherry Blossom Way
1.5 km · 2 min · Cherry Blossom Way
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Turn left
1921 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
54 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 42, US 127: Union, Florence
1817 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right
74 m · 4 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
8 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Carlisle and Florence.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Cherry Blossom Way
Merge slight left
54 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Carlisle and Rain Showers Likely near Florence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carlisle to Florence?
The road trip is about 71.6 miles (115.2 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Sadieville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.7 miles from Carlisle and 26.9 miles from Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.4 miles (92.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.2 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.54 one way or $19.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Carlisle and Rain Showers Likely near Florence.
Stop Ideas Near Sadieville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carlisle and Florence. Straight-line distance: 57.43 mi (92.42 km).
#1 Carlisle
County seat in Kentucky
| Population | 2,059 |
| Coordinates | 38.3120200, -84.0274300 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Florence
City in Kentucky, US
| Population | 33,423 |
| Coordinates | 38.9989500, -84.6266100 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-84.626623, 38.998947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.76 | $21.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.77 | $23.55 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.42 | $26.84 |
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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