How far is Nevada, KY from Somerset, KY?
The driving distance from Nevada, KY to Somerset, KY is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45 miles (72.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.
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.
City in Lincoln County, Kentucky
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nevada and Somerset.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nevada and Somerset.
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Start on Bugg Road
2 m · 3 sec · Bugg Road
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Turn right onto Perryville Road
111 m · 6 sec · Perryville Road
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Turn left onto Quirks Run Road
3.9 mi · 9 min · Quirks Run Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Perryville Road
4.5 mi · 5 min · Perryville Road
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Turn right onto South Danville Bypass
5.5 mi · 7 min · South Danville Bypass
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Continue on Stanford Road
2 mi · 2 min · Stanford Road
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Continue on Danville Road
5.5 mi · 6 min · Danville Road
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Turn right
32 mi · 37 min
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Turn sharp left onto Ogden Street
3061 ft · 1 min · Ogden Street
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Continue on Ohio Street
1276 ft · 26 sec · Ohio Street
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Continue on Columbia Street
107 m · 7 sec · Columbia Street
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Continue on West Mount Vernon Street
1045 ft · 23 sec · West Mount Vernon Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
28 m · 7 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left
38 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Nevada and Somerset.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
32 mi · 00h 37m
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 Sunny near Somerset.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nevada to Somerset?
The road trip is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
Stanford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Nevada and 27.3 miles from Somerset.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45 miles (72.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.67 one way or $15.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Nevada and Sunny near Somerset.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nevada and Somerset. Straight-line distance: 45.01 mi (72.43 km).
#1 Nevada
Nevada is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.6964600, -84.9096800 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Somerset
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 11,829 |
| Coordinates | 37.0920200, -84.6041100 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Somerset (-84.60411, 37.09202)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $4.00 | $7.67 | $15.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $8.76 | $17.51 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $9.60 | $19.19 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $11.74 | $23.49 |
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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