How far is Lexington-Fayette, KY from Bellevue, KY?
The driving distance from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Bellevue, KY is about 85.1 miles (137 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73 miles (117.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 21m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lexington-Fayette and Bellevue.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette and Bellevue.
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Start on the route
560 ft · 43 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
937 ft · 25 sec · Floyd Drive
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Turn left onto East New Circle Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · East New Circle Road
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto I 75 North, I 64 West: Cincinnati, Louisville
2401 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
74.4 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 71 North, US 50 East: Columbus
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight left toward US 50 East: Columbia Parkway
2753 ft · 45 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 471 South: Newport Kentucky
1035 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
1507 ft · 20 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Newport, Bellevue
1248 ft · 31 sec
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Turn slight right onto Park Avenue
146 m · 23 sec · Park Avenue
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Turn right onto Dave Cowens Drive
1369 ft · 39 sec · Dave Cowens Drive
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Continue on Fairfield Avenue
2959 ft · 2 min · Fairfield Avenue
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue
767 ft · 38 sec · Washington Avenue
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Turn left onto Poplar Street
752 ft · 33 sec · Poplar Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Poplar Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lexington-Fayette and Bellevue.
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 North
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
74.4 mi · 01h 22m
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 Lexington-Fayette and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bellevue.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lexington-Fayette to Bellevue?
The road trip is about 85.1 miles (137 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Williamstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.6 miles from Lexington-Fayette and 42.5 miles from Bellevue.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73 miles (117.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 3:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.31 one way or $22.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Lexington-Fayette and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bellevue.
Stop Ideas Near Williamstown
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lexington-Fayette and Bellevue. Straight-line distance: 73.02 mi (117.51 km).
#1 Lexington-Fayette
The most populous city in Kentucky and the center of the Lexington-Fayette metropolitan area.
| Population | 314,488 |
| Coordinates | 38.0498000, -84.4585500 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bellevue
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 5,767 |
| Coordinates | 39.1064500, -84.4788300 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bellevue (-84.47883, 39.10645)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 137 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
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 | $11.31 | $22.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.96 | $27.92 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.91 | $31.82 |
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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