How far is Independence, KY from Somerset, KY?
The driving distance from Independence, KY to Somerset, KY is about 145.5 miles (234.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.9 miles (205.9 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.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Hickman County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Somerset.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Somerset.
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Start on Madison Pike
1.3 mi · 3 min · Madison Pike
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Turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Walton Nicholson Pike
4.1 mi · 6 min · Walton Nicholson Pike
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Continue on Walton Nicholson Road
2119 ft · 38 sec · Walton Nicholson Road
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Turn right onto Dixie Highway
3210 ft · 54 sec · Dixie Highway
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Continue on North Main Street
2298 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Old Beaver Road
875 ft · 24 sec · Old Beaver Road
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Continue on Stephenson Mill Road
1317 ft · 36 sec · Stephenson Mill Road
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Keep slight left to continue on School Road
2514 ft · 1 min · School Road
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Turn right onto Mary Grubbs Highway
1859 ft · 42 sec · Mary Grubbs Highway
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Take the ramp left toward I 75 South: Lexington
1302 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto I 75 South: Lexington
109 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
1643 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
100 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto Richmond Street
1 km · 49 sec · Richmond Street
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Turn straight onto Cumberland Lake Parkway
18 mi · 21 min · Cumberland Lake Parkway
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Merge slight right onto Hal Rogers Parkway
6.2 mi · 7 min · Hal Rogers Parkway
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Turn left onto Mount Victory Road
111 m · 9 sec · Mount Victory Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Mount Vernon Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Mount Vernon Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
58 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
56 m · 9 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left
38 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and Somerset.
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 South
Merge slight left onto I 75 South: Lexington
109 mi · 01h 57m
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 Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Somerset.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Somerset?
The road trip is about 145.5 miles (234.2 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?
Columbus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.8 miles from Independence and 72.7 miles from Somerset.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127.9 miles (205.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.6 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 $19.38 one way or $38.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Independence and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Somerset.
Stop Ideas Near Columbus
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 Columbus.
Maysville
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Somerset. Straight-line distance: 127.94 mi (205.9 km).
#1 Independence
City in Kentucky
| Population | 28,903 |
| Coordinates | 38.9431200, -84.5441100 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Somerset
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 11,829 |
| Coordinates | 37.0920200, -84.6041100 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Somerset (-84.60411, 37.09202)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.38 | $38.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.86 | $43.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.92 | $47.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.26 | $54.53 |
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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