How far is Meads, KY from Warsaw, KY?
The driving distance from Meads, KY to Warsaw, KY is about 177.2 miles (285.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.1 miles (194.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and the county seat of Clark County, Kentucky, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meads and Warsaw.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meads and Warsaw.
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Start on the route
17 m · 4 sec
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Continue on Midland Trail Road
108 m · 17 sec · Midland Trail Road
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Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
34 m · 6 sec · Marsh Hill Drive
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Turn right onto US Route 60
1389 ft · 29 sec · US Route 60
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Continue on US Route 60
2.3 mi · 4 min · US Route 60
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Turn right
3.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the ramp slight right
2557 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
99.3 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
6.9 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
40.9 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 22: Dry Ridge, Owenton
1223 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
2083 ft · 43 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn right onto Warsaw Road
14 mi · 25 min · Warsaw Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left
6.4 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto Sparta Pike
1 mi · 2 min · Sparta Pike
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Keep slight right to continue on Sparta Pike
82 m · 5 sec · Sparta Pike
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Continue on Main Cross Street
126 m · 9 sec · Main Cross Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Cross Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meads and Warsaw.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US Route 60
Merge slight left
99.3 mi · 01h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Meads and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Warsaw.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meads to Warsaw?
The road trip is about 177.2 miles (285.2 km) and usually takes 03h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Winchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.5 miles from Meads and 88.7 miles from Warsaw.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.1 miles (194.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:00 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.57 one way or $47.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Winchester
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meads and Warsaw. Straight-line distance: 121.14 mi (194.95 km).
#1 Meads
A census-designated place located in Meade County, Kentucky.
| Population | 288,649 |
| Coordinates | 38.4125800, -82.7090500 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Warsaw
City and county seat of Gallatin County, Kentucky
| Population | 1,678 |
| Coordinates | 38.7834000, -84.9016200 |
| Altitude | 151 |
| Country | United States |
End: Warsaw (-84.90162, 38.7834)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 285 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 12m |
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 | $23.57 | $47.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.58 | $53.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.09 | $58.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.15 | $66.30 |
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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