How far is Florence, KY from Dry Ridge, KY?
The driving distance from Florence, KY to Dry Ridge, KY is about 23.5 miles (37.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22 miles (35.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Boone and Kenton counties in the U.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Florence and Dry Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence and Dry Ridge.
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Start on Main Street
8 m · 3 sec · Main Street
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1288 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left onto I 71 South, I 75 South: Lexington, Louisville
2100 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
20.9 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 22: Dry Ridge, Owenton
1394 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Broadway Street
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Turn right
24 m · 6 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 Florence and Dry Ridge.
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.
I 71 South
Merge slight left
20.9 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Florence and Mostly Sunny near Dry Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Florence to Dry Ridge?
The road trip is about 23.5 miles (37.9 km) and usually takes 00h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Walton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.8 miles from Florence and 11.8 miles from Dry Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22 miles (35.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.13 one way or $6.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Florence and Mostly Sunny near Dry Ridge.
Stop Ideas Near Walton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Walton.
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Cincinnati, OH
Maysville
Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Florence and Dry Ridge. Straight-line distance: 21.98 mi (35.38 km).
#1 Florence
City in Kentucky, US
| Population | 33,423 |
| Coordinates | 38.9989500, -84.6266100 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dry Ridge
City in Grant County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 2,207 |
| Coordinates | 38.6820100, -84.5899400 |
| Altitude | 290 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dry Ridge (-84.58994, 38.68201)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.53 | $7.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.86 | $7.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.40 | $8.80 |
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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