How far is Helm, KY from Russell Springs, KY?
The driving distance from Helm, KY to Russell Springs, KY is about 13.8 miles (22.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.6 miles (18.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in and county seat of Russell County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Helm and Russell Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Helm and Russell Springs.
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Start on Helm Road
1976 ft · 1 min · Helm Road
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Turn right onto Helms Landing Road
36 m · 5 sec · Helms Landing Road
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Turn straight
2.3 mi · 6 min
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Turn right
1 mi · 2 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.1 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Albany Highway
2.1 mi · 2 min · Albany Highway
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Continue on Sewellton Road
3.7 mi · 4 min · Sewellton Road
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Turn left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Lake Way
1 mi · 2 min · Lake Way
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Continue on Lakeway Drive
921 ft · 18 sec · Lakeway Drive
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Continue on Jamestown Street
1612 ft · 37 sec · Jamestown Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
25 m · 2 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 Helm and Russell Springs.
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.
Sewellton Road
Continue on Sewellton Road
3.68 mi · 00h 04m
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 Helm and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Russell Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Helm to Russell Springs?
The road trip is about 13.8 miles (22.2 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
Jamestown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8 miles from Helm and 5.8 miles from Russell Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.6 miles (18.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.85 one way or $3.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Helm and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Russell Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Helm and Russell Springs. Straight-line distance: 11.64 mi (18.74 km).
#1 Helm
Helm is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.8956200, -85.1527300 |
| Altitude | 175 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russell Springs
City in Kentucky
| Population | 2,649 |
| Coordinates | 37.0561800, -85.0885700 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-85.088477, 37.056079)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 22 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
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 | $1.85 | $3.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.08 | $4.17 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.28 | $4.56 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.60 | $5.20 |
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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