How far is Harlan, KY from Florence, KY?
The driving distance from Harlan, KY to Florence, KY is about 217.7 miles (350.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165 miles (265.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 31m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harlan and Florence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harlan and Florence.
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Start on Railroad Street
127 m · 20 sec · Railroad Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
90 m · 8 sec · South Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
50 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
105 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
29 mi · 33 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
34.4 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Lexington
1811 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
88.3 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
62.5 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 42, US 127: Union, Florence
1817 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right
74 m · 4 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
8 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harlan and Florence.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
88.3 mi · 01h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Harlan and Mostly Sunny near Florence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harlan to Florence?
The road trip is about 217.7 miles (350.4 km) and usually takes 03h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Berea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.7 miles from Harlan and 109 miles from Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165 miles (265.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:56 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.96 one way or $57.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Harlan and Mostly Sunny near Florence.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harlan and Florence. Straight-line distance: 165.05 mi (265.63 km).
#1 Harlan
City in Harlan County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 1,471 |
| Coordinates | 36.8431400, -83.3218500 |
| Altitude | 363 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Florence
City in Kentucky, US
| Population | 33,423 |
| Coordinates | 38.9989500, -84.6266100 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-84.626623, 38.998947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 350 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 42m |
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 | $28.96 | $57.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.66 | $65.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.74 | $71.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.73 | $81.47 |
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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