How far is Henderson, KY from Independence, KY?
The driving distance from Henderson, KY to Independence, KY is about 217.5 miles (350.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 181.8 miles (292.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 25m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Human settlement in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Henderson and Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson and Independence.
-
1
Start on the route
30 m · 9 sec
-
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
65 m · 10 sec · Washington Street
-
3
Turn right onto South Green Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · South Green Street
-
4
Take the ramp straight toward US 41: Evansville, Madisonville
748 ft · 21 sec
-
5
Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Evansville
2451 ft · 1 min
-
6
Merge slight left
5.3 mi · 8 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 69 North
1008 ft · 17 sec
-
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 North
1.2 km · 1 min
-
9
Merge slight left
20 mi · 23 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Louisville
3069 ft · 58 sec
-
11
Merge slight left
91.7 mi · 1 hr 40 min
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 265 East, SR 62 East
6.4 mi · 8 min
-
13
Continue straight
7.4 mi · 9 min
-
14
Continue on Gene Snyder Freeway
3.4 mi · 4 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cincinnati
1556 ft · 38 sec
-
16
Merge slight left
67.3 mi · 1 hr 12 min
-
17
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
5.6 mi · 6 min
-
18
Take the exit slight right toward KY 536: Mount Zion Road
1763 ft · 43 sec
-
19
Keep slight right
86 m · 7 sec
-
20
Continue on Mount Zion Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Mount Zion Road
-
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Mount Zion Road
37 m · 3 sec · Mount Zion Road
-
22
Exit the roundabout onto Mount Zion Road
2573 ft · 52 sec · Mount Zion Road
-
23
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Mount Zion Road
33 m · 2 sec · Mount Zion Road
-
24
Exit the roundabout onto Mount Zion Road
2470 ft · 56 sec · Mount Zion Road
-
25
Continue on Bristow Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Bristow Road
-
26
At the end of the road, turn left onto Independence Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Independence Road
-
27
At the end of the road, turn left onto Madison Pike
113 m · 7 sec · Madison Pike
-
28
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Madison Pike
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Henderson and Independence.
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 64 East
Merge slight left
91.7 mi · 01h 40m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Henderson and Mostly Sunny near Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Henderson to Independence?
The road trip is about 217.5 miles (350.1 km) and usually takes 03h 25m 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?
Saint Dennis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.7 miles from Henderson and 108.9 miles from Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 181.8 miles (292.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.7 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:10 AM CDT.
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.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Henderson and Independence, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Henderson and Mostly Sunny near Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Dennis
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 Saint Dennis.
Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Henderson and Independence. Straight-line distance: 181.81 mi (292.59 km).
#1 Henderson
City in and county seat of Henderson County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 27,974 |
| Coordinates | 37.8361500, -87.5900100 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Independence
City in Kentucky
| Population | 28,903 |
| Coordinates | 38.9431200, -84.5441100 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: Madison Pike (-84.544419, 38.943136)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 350 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 14m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
Prices in Kentucky · May 31, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.