How far is Lawrenceburg, KY from Independence, KY?
The driving distance from Lawrenceburg, KY to Independence, KY is about 94.8 miles (152.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 11m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 35m.
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
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City in Kentucky, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lawrenceburg and Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrenceburg and Independence.
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Start on North Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Alton Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Alton Road
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Turn right onto Frankfort Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Frankfort Road
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Continue on Lawrenceburg Road
6.2 mi · 7 min · Lawrenceburg Road
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Continue on West Frankfort Connector
2.8 mi · 4 min · West Frankfort Connector
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Turn left onto Wilkinson Boulevard
1.8 mi · 2 min · Wilkinson Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right
749 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto Holmes Street
108 m · 5 sec · Holmes Street
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Continue on Owenton Road
24.3 mi · 28 min · Owenton Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Roland Avenue
1517 ft · 29 sec · Roland Avenue
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Continue on Warsaw Road
7.7 mi · 9 min · Warsaw Road
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Turn right onto Glencoe Road
8.1 mi · 9 min · Glencoe Road
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Take the exit right
1771 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
14.3 mi · 15 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
5.6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 536: Mount Zion Road
1763 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right
86 m · 7 sec
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Continue on Mount Zion Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Mount Zion Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Mount Zion Road
37 m · 3 sec · Mount Zion Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Mount Zion Road
2573 ft · 52 sec · Mount Zion Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Mount Zion Road
33 m · 2 sec · Mount Zion Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Mount Zion Road
2470 ft · 56 sec · Mount Zion Road
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Continue on Bristow Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Bristow Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Independence Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Independence Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Madison Pike
113 m · 7 sec · Madison Pike
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Madison Pike
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lawrenceburg and Independence.
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.
Owenton Road
Continue on Owenton Road
24.3 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Lawrenceburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lawrenceburg to Independence?
The road trip is about 94.8 miles (152.6 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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?
Owenton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42 miles from Lawrenceburg and 52.8 miles from Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.4 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 3:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.60 one way or $25.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Lawrenceburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Owenton
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 Owenton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lawrenceburg and Independence. Straight-line distance: 65.42 mi (105.29 km).
#1 Lawrenceburg
4th-class city in Anderson County, Kentucky, in the United States
| Population | 11,529 |
| Coordinates | 38.0373000, -84.8966200 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| 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: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
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 | $12.60 | $25.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.21 | $28.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.72 | $35.43 |
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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