How far is Falmouth, KY from Lexington-Fayette, KY?
The driving distance from Falmouth, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is about 49.7 miles (80 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.9 miles (70.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 03m 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 01m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Harrison County, Kentucky, in the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Falmouth and Lexington-Fayette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Falmouth and Lexington-Fayette.
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Start on Main Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto U.S. Highway 27 South
7 mi · 10 min · U.S. Highway 27 South
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Continue on Falmouth Road
12.8 mi · 18 min · Falmouth Road
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Turn right
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Leesburg Pike
13 m · 2 sec · Leesburg Pike
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Exit the roundabout onto Leesburg Pike
3.5 mi · 5 min · Leesburg Pike
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Turn left
82 m · 12 sec
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Continue on Russell Cave Road
19.8 mi · 30 min · Russell Cave Road
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Turn left onto West New Circle Road
1.7 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
A richer read on the saved driving route between Falmouth and Lexington-Fayette.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Russell Cave Road
Continue on Russell Cave Road
19.8 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Falmouth and Mostly Sunny near Lexington-Fayette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Falmouth to Lexington-Fayette?
The road trip is about 49.7 miles (80 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
Cynthiana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Falmouth and 24.9 miles from Lexington-Fayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.9 miles (70.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 4:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.60 one way or $13.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Falmouth and Mostly Sunny near Lexington-Fayette.
Stop Ideas Near Cynthiana
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Falmouth and Lexington-Fayette. Straight-line distance: 43.87 mi (70.6 km).
#1 Falmouth
City in Kentucky
| Population | 2,086 |
| Coordinates | 38.6767400, -84.3302100 |
| Altitude | 168 |
| 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: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.44 | $14.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.14 | $16.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
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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