How far is Francisville, KY from Independence, KY?
The driving distance from Francisville, KY to Independence, KY is about 19.1 miles (30.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m 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.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kenton County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Francisville and Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Francisville and Independence.
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Start on North Bend Road
2889 ft · 59 sec · North Bend Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Bend Road
30 m · 2 sec · North Bend Road
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Exit the roundabout onto North Bend Road
2299 ft · 44 sec · North Bend Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Bend Road
33 m · 2 sec · North Bend Road
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Exit the roundabout onto North Bend Road
1.5 km · 2 min · North Bend Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 275 East
2013 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Highway
9.9 mi · 11 min · Ronald Reagan Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 17: Covington, Independence
2309 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Madison Pike
5 mi · 8 min · Madison Pike
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Turn right onto Pelly Road
1516 ft · 30 sec · Pelly Road
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Madison Pike
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Francisville and Independence.
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.
Ronald Reagan Highway
Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Highway
9.91 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Francisville and Chance Rain Showers near Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Francisville to Independence?
The road trip is about 19.1 miles (30.8 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?
Crestview Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.6 miles from Francisville and 9.6 miles from Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.53 one way or $5.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Francisville and Chance Rain Showers near Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Crestview Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Westwood Town Center Historic District
Cincinnati City Hall
Fort Wright City Building
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Crestview Hills.
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Cincinnati, OH
Maysville
Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Francisville and Independence. Straight-line distance: 14.79 mi (23.81 km).
#1 Francisville
Township in Boone County, Kentucky
| Population | 7,944 |
| Coordinates | 39.1050600, -84.7243900 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Independence
City in Kentucky
| Population | 28,903 |
| Coordinates | 38.9431200, -84.5441100 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: Independence (-84.54411, 38.94312)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
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 | $2.53 | $5.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
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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