How far is Independence, KY from Stanford, KY?
The driving distance from Independence, KY to Stanford, KY is about 111.8 miles (180 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 37m 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 18m.
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 Scott County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Stanford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Stanford.
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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
55.8 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 922: Airport, Lexington
1442 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto Newtown Pike
3.3 mi · 5 min · Newtown Pike
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Continue on Oliver Lewis Way
1.4 km · 1 min · Oliver Lewis Way
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Continue on Bolivar Street
877 ft · 24 sec · Bolivar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Upper Street
1195 ft · 31 sec · South Upper Street
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Turn straight onto South Limestone
1.3 km · 2 min · South Limestone
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Continue on Nicholasville Road
4.7 mi · 8 min · Nicholasville Road
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Continue on Lexington Road
4.5 mi · 5 min · Lexington Road
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Turn left onto North Main Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Nicholasville Bypass
6 mi · 7 min · Nicholasville Bypass
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Continue on Lexington Road
13.4 mi · 15 min · Lexington Road
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Turn slight right onto Lexington Road
1692 ft · 22 sec · Lexington Road
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Continue on Stanford Street
7.3 mi · 8 min · Stanford Street
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Turn right onto Lancaster Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Lancaster Street
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Turn left onto East Depot Street
20 m · 3 sec · East Depot Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Depot Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and Stanford.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 75 South
Merge slight left onto I 75 South: Lexington
55.8 mi · 01h 00m
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 Stanford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Stanford?
The road trip is about 111.8 miles (180 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Stamping Ground is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56 miles from Independence and 55.9 miles from Stanford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 1:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.90 one way or $29.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.1 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 Stanford.
Stop Ideas Near Stamping Ground
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 Stamping Ground.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Stanford. Straight-line distance: 97.77 mi (157.34 km).
#1 Independence
City in Kentucky
| Population | 28,903 |
| Coordinates | 38.9431200, -84.5441100 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Stanford
City in Lincoln County, Kentucky
| Population | 3,644 |
| Coordinates | 37.5311900, -84.6618900 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Stanford (-84.66189, 37.53119)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 180 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $14.90 | $29.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.38 | $36.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.95 | $41.90 |
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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