How far is Independence, KY from Grayson, KY?
The driving distance from Independence, KY to Grayson, KY is about 121.9 miles (196.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.9 miles (154.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Mason County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Grayson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Grayson.
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Start on Madison Pike
1.1 mi · 2 min · Madison Pike
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Continue straight
1516 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left
5 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto I 275 East: Newport
1638 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Highway
2.7 mi · 3 min · Ronald Reagan Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 9, AA: Wilder, Maysville
1403 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on KY 9, AA: Alexandria, Maysville
663 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left onto Licking Pike
1.4 mi · 2 min · Licking Pike
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Continue on AA Highway
82.8 mi · 1 hr 52 min · AA Highway
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Continue on AA Highway
26.2 mi · 34 min · AA Highway
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Take the exit slight right
76 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left onto Carol Malone Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · Carol Malone Boulevard
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Turn right onto East Main Street
869 ft · 15 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and Grayson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
AA Highway
Continue on AA Highway
82.8 mi · 01h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Independence and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Grayson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Grayson?
The road trip is about 121.9 miles (196.1 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Maysville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.9 miles from Independence and 61 miles from Grayson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.9 miles (154.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 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 12:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.22 one way or $32.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Independence and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Grayson.
Stop Ideas Near Maysville
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 Maysville.
Maysville
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Grayson. Straight-line distance: 95.89 mi (154.32 km).
#1 Independence
City in Kentucky
| Population | 28,903 |
| Coordinates | 38.9431200, -84.5441100 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grayson
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 3,832 |
| Coordinates | 38.3325800, -82.9485000 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grayson (-82.9485, 38.33258)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 196 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $16.22 | $32.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.29 | $36.58 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.01 | $40.02 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.81 | $45.61 |
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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