How far is Cynthiana, KY from Nicholasville, KY?
The driving distance from Cynthiana, KY to Nicholasville, KY is about 48.2 miles (77.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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 05m.
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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 Cynthiana and Nicholasville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cynthiana and Nicholasville.
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Start on North Church Street
3170 ft · 1 min · North Church Street
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Continue on New Lair Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · New Lair Road
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Turn right
2831 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Paris Pike
2.7 mi · 4 min · Paris Pike
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Continue on Cynthiana Road
6.7 mi · 10 min · Cynthiana Road
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Take the ramp straight
158 m · 14 sec
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Merge slight left onto Paris By-Pass Road
1.2 km · 51 sec · Paris By-Pass Road
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Continue on By-Pass Road
1.1 mi · 1 min · By-Pass Road
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Turn right onto Lexington Road
6.8 mi · 8 min · Lexington Road
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Continue on Paris Pike
5.9 mi · 7 min · Paris Pike
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Continue on North Broadway
3.9 mi · 8 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto Bolivar Street
900 ft · 30 sec · Bolivar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Upper Street
1195 ft · 31 sec · South Upper Street
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Turn straight onto South Limestone
1.3 km · 2 min · South Limestone
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Continue on Nicholasville Road
4.7 mi · 8 min · Nicholasville Road
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Continue on Lexington Road
4.5 mi · 5 min · Lexington Road
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North 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 Cynthiana and Nicholasville.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Lexington Road
Turn right onto Lexington Road
6.79 mi · 00h 08m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cynthiana 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 Cynthiana to Nicholasville?
The road trip is about 48.2 miles (77.5 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Monterey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.7 miles from Cynthiana and 26.5 miles from Nicholasville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.41 one way or $12.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cynthiana and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Nicholasville.
Stop Ideas Near Monterey
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cynthiana and Nicholasville. Straight-line distance: 38.34 mi (61.7 km).
#1 Cynthiana
City in Harrison County, Kentucky, in the United States
| Population | 6,300 |
| Coordinates | 38.3903500, -84.2941000 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nicholasville
City in Kentucky
| Population | 30,888 |
| Coordinates | 37.8806300, -84.5730000 |
| Altitude | 286 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-84.572926, 37.88061)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.41 | $12.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.23 | $14.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.91 | $15.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.02 | $18.03 |
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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