How far is Independence, KY from Williamstown, KY?
The driving distance from Independence, KY to Williamstown, KY is about 28 miles (45.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.1 miles (33.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
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 00h 37m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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 Kentucky, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Williamstown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Williamstown.
-
1
Start on Madison Pike
1.3 mi · 3 min · Madison Pike
-
2
Turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
-
3
Turn right onto Walton Nicholson Pike
4.1 mi · 6 min · Walton Nicholson Pike
-
4
Continue on Walton Nicholson Road
2119 ft · 38 sec · Walton Nicholson Road
-
5
Turn right onto Dixie Highway
3210 ft · 54 sec · Dixie Highway
-
6
Continue on North Main Street
2298 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
-
7
Turn right onto Old Beaver Road
875 ft · 24 sec · Old Beaver Road
-
8
Continue on Stephenson Mill Road
1317 ft · 36 sec · Stephenson Mill Road
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on School Road
2514 ft · 1 min · School Road
-
10
Turn right onto Mary Grubbs Highway
1859 ft · 42 sec · Mary Grubbs Highway
-
11
Take the ramp left toward I 75 South: Lexington
1302 ft · 32 sec
-
12
Merge slight left onto I 75 South: Lexington
16.6 mi · 18 min
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward KY 36: Owenton, Williamstown
1677 ft · 47 sec
-
14
Turn left onto Stewartsville Road
2090 ft · 47 sec · Stewartsville Road
-
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · South Main Street
-
16
Continue on North Main Street
566 ft · 15 sec · North Main Street
-
17
Turn left
6 m · 1 sec
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and Williamstown.
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.
I 75 South
Merge slight left onto I 75 South: Lexington
16.6 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Independence and Showers And Thunderstorms near Williamstown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Williamstown?
The road trip is about 28 miles (45.1 km) and usually takes 00h 37m 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?
Crittenden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14 miles from Independence and 14 miles from Williamstown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.1 miles (33.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.73 one way or $7.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Independence and Showers And Thunderstorms near Williamstown.
Stop Ideas Near Crittenden
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 Crittenden.
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Cincinnati, OH
Maysville
Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Williamstown. Straight-line distance: 21.09 mi (33.94 km).
#1 Independence
City in Kentucky
| Population | 28,903 |
| Coordinates | 38.9431200, -84.5441100 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Williamstown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 3,939 |
| Coordinates | 38.6381200, -84.5605000 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Williamstown (-84.5605, 38.63812)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.73 | $7.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.61 | $9.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.25 | $10.50 |
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 · Apr 16, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.