How far is Monticello, KY from Florence, KY?
The driving distance from Monticello, KY to Florence, KY is about 78.2 miles (125.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.7 miles (112.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monticello and Florence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello and Florence.
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Start on Halifax Drive
154 m · 20 sec · Halifax Drive
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Turn right onto Holwyn Road
114 m · 19 sec · Holwyn Road
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Turn left onto Monticello Boulevard
71 m · 8 sec · Monticello Boulevard
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Turn right onto Clays Mill Road
2.8 mi · 6 min · Clays Mill Road
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Turn slight right onto Harrodsburg Road
1714 ft · 34 sec · Harrodsburg Road
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Continue on South Broadway
1.1 mi · 3 min · South Broadway
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Turn left onto Oliver Lewis Way
1.3 km · 1 min · Oliver Lewis Way
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Continue on Newtown Pike
3.4 mi · 5 min · Newtown Pike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
1604 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
62.5 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 42, US 127: Union, Florence
1817 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right
74 m · 4 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
8 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Monticello and Florence.
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
62.5 mi · 01h 07m
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.
Clear leaving Monticello and Sunny near Florence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monticello to Florence?
The road trip is about 78.2 miles (125.8 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Corinth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.6 miles from Monticello and 40.6 miles from Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.7 miles (112.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:50 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.37 one way or $20.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Monticello and Sunny near Florence.
Stop Ideas Near Corinth
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 Corinth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monticello and Florence. Straight-line distance: 69.67 mi (112.13 km).
#1 Monticello
Monticello is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9923000, -84.5502200 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Florence
City in Kentucky, US
| Population | 33,423 |
| Coordinates | 38.9989500, -84.6266100 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-84.626623, 38.998947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $3.76 | $10.37 | $20.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $12.00 | $24.01 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.19 | $26.38 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $16.69 | $33.37 |
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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