How far is Cumberland, KY from Nicholasville, KY?
The driving distance from Cumberland, KY to Nicholasville, KY is about 169.3 miles (272.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107 miles (172.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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City in Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cumberland and Nicholasville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cumberland and Nicholasville.
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Start on Kingdom Come Drive
27 m · 2 sec · Kingdom Come Drive
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Turn right onto Main Street
743 ft · 16 sec · Main Street
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Continue on West Main Street
1491 ft · 35 sec · West Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Frazier Street
141 m · 12 sec · Frazier Street
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Turn right
20.8 mi · 24 min
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Turn right
28.9 mi · 33 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
34.4 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Lexington
1811 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
29.5 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
1303 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left
54 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto South Daniel Boone Trail
2.1 mi · 3 min · South Daniel Boone Trail
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Continue on Crab Orchard Road
23.5 mi · 27 min · Crab Orchard Road
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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 Cumberland 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
At the end of the road, turn right
34.4 mi · 00h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Clear leaving Cumberland and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Nicholasville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cumberland to Nicholasville?
The road trip is about 169.3 miles (272.4 km) and usually takes 03h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Corbin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.6 miles from Cumberland and 84.7 miles from Nicholasville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107 miles (172.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 62.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:26 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.51 one way or $45.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Cumberland and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Nicholasville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cumberland and Nicholasville. Straight-line distance: 106.98 mi (172.17 km).
#1 Cumberland
City in Harlan County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 1,854 |
| Coordinates | 36.9781500, -82.9885000 |
| Altitude | 440 |
| 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: 272 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 06m |
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 | $22.51 | $45.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.39 | $50.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.78 | $55.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.66 | $63.33 |
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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