How far is Nevada, KY from Elk Creek, KY?
The driving distance from Nevada, KY to Elk Creek, KY is about 61.8 miles (99.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.6 miles (60.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nevada and Elk Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nevada and Elk Creek.
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Start on Bugg Road
2 m · 3 sec · Bugg Road
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Turn right onto Perryville Road
4 mi · 6 min · Perryville Road
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Turn right onto East 2nd Street
3112 ft · 41 sec · East 2nd Street
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Continue on Springfield Road
15.6 mi · 18 min · Springfield Road
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Turn right onto Triple 5 Highway
16.9 mi · 19 min · Triple 5 Highway
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Continue straight
2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
12.9 mi · 15 min
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Continue on Little Mount Road
5.2 mi · 6 min · Little Mount Road
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Turn right onto Taylorsville Road
4.1 mi · 5 min · Taylorsville Road
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Turn left onto Plum Ridge Road
1498 ft · 31 sec · Plum Ridge Road
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Turn right onto Elk Creek Road
1988 ft · 40 sec · Elk Creek Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elk Creek Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Nevada and Elk Creek.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Triple 5 Highway
Turn right onto Triple 5 Highway
16.9 mi · 00h 19m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Nevada and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Elk Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nevada to Elk Creek?
The road trip is about 61.8 miles (99.5 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Willisburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.9 miles from Nevada and 30.9 miles from Elk Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.6 miles (60.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.2 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 4:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.71 one way or $17.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Nevada and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Elk Creek.
Stop Ideas Near Willisburg
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 Willisburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nevada and Elk Creek. Straight-line distance: 37.57 mi (60.46 km).
#1 Nevada
Nevada is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.6964600, -84.9096800 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elk Creek
Elk Creek is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.1003400, -85.3710700 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elk Creek (-85.37107, 38.10034)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.00 | $8.71 | $17.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $9.94 | $19.88 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $10.90 | $21.79 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
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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