How far is Crittenden, KY from Lexington-Fayette, KY?
The driving distance from Crittenden, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is about 56.7 miles (91.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.3 miles (82.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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City in Scott County, Kentucky, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crittenden and Lexington-Fayette.
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Start on South Main Street
853 ft · 21 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Violet Road
1762 ft · 46 sec · Violet Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 75 South: Lexington
1567 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
52.4 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
3139 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1 mi · 2 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto West New Circle Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · West New Circle Road
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Turn right onto Floyd Drive
937 ft · 27 sec · Floyd Drive
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Turn left
560 ft · 41 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
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Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 South
Merge slight left
52.4 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crittenden to Lexington-Fayette?
The road trip is about 56.7 miles (91.2 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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 28.3 miles from Crittenden and 28.3 miles from Lexington-Fayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.3 miles (82.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.54 one way or $15.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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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 Crittenden and Lexington-Fayette. Straight-line distance: 51.27 mi (82.51 km).
#1 Crittenden
City in Kentucky, USA
| Population | 3,925 |
| Coordinates | 38.7828400, -84.6052200 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lexington-Fayette
The most populous city in Kentucky and the center of the Lexington-Fayette metropolitan area.
| Population | 314,488 |
| Coordinates | 38.0498000, -84.4585500 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-84.458548, 38.049815)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.54 | $15.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.51 | $17.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.31 | $18.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
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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