How far is Frankfort, KY from Radcliff, KY?
The driving distance from Frankfort, KY to Radcliff, KY is about 85.4 miles (137.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.6 miles (102.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m 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 24m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Jefferson 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 Frankfort and Radcliff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frankfort and Radcliff.
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Start on Elk Alley
8 m · 7 sec · Elk Alley
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Turn left onto Mero Street
1653 ft · 58 sec · Mero Street
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Continue on West Frankfort Connector
2.8 mi · 4 min · West Frankfort Connector
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Continue on Lawrenceburg Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Lawrenceburg Road
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Take the exit slight right
2524 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
33.8 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
1408 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
25.2 mi · 29 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31W, US 60: Fort Knox, Louisville
1368 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Fort Knox, Patton Museum
62 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Dixie Highway
18.9 mi · 24 min · Dixie Highway
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Continue on North Dixie Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Dixie Boulevard
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Turn right onto Elm Road
2542 ft · 1 min · Elm Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elm Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Frankfort and Radcliff.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Lawrenceburg Road
Merge slight left
33.8 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
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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 Rain Showers leaving Frankfort and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Radcliff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Frankfort to Radcliff?
The road trip is about 85.4 miles (137.4 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Jeffersontown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.6 miles from Frankfort and 42.8 miles from Radcliff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.6 miles (102.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 3:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.35 one way or $22.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Frankfort and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Radcliff.
Stop Ideas Near Jeffersontown
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Frankfort and Radcliff. Straight-line distance: 63.64 mi (102.42 km).
#1 Frankfort
County seat city in Franklin County, Kentucky, USA and Kentucky federated state capital city
| Population | 27,715 |
| Coordinates | 38.2009100, -84.8732800 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Radcliff
City in Kentucky
| Population | 22,923 |
| Coordinates | 37.8403500, -85.9491300 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elm Road (-85.949214, 37.840431)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 137 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
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 | $11.35 | $22.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.80 | $25.60 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.01 | $28.02 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.97 | $31.93 |
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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