How far is Nicholasville, KY from Monticello, KY?
The driving distance from Nicholasville, KY to Monticello, KY is about 88.2 miles (141.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 29m 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.
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Halfway Point
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City in Pulaski County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nicholasville and Monticello.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nicholasville and Monticello.
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Start on North Main Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Nicholasville Bypass
6 mi · 7 min · Nicholasville Bypass
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Continue on Lexington Road
13.4 mi · 15 min · Lexington Road
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Turn slight right onto Lexington Road
1692 ft · 22 sec · Lexington Road
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Continue on Stanford Street
8.9 mi · 10 min · Stanford Street
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Continue straight
27.5 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Bowling Green
2724 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Cumberland Parkway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Cumberland Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
6 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto Burnside Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Burnside Road
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Take the exit slight right
1953 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight left
34 m · 4 sec
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Turn right
16.5 mi · 19 min
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Turn left
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Nicholasville and Monticello.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Stanford Street
Continue straight
27.5 mi · 00h 31m
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 Nicholasville and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Monticello.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nicholasville to Monticello?
The road trip is about 88.2 miles (141.9 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Eubank is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.1 miles from Nicholasville and 44.1 miles from Monticello.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 3:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.73 one way or $23.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Nicholasville and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Monticello.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nicholasville and Monticello. Straight-line distance: 74.17 mi (119.37 km).
#1 Nicholasville
City in Kentucky
| Population | 30,888 |
| Coordinates | 37.8806300, -84.5730000 |
| Altitude | 286 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Monticello
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 5,906 |
| Coordinates | 36.8297900, -84.8491100 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monticello (-84.84911, 36.82979)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.73 | $23.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.47 | $28.95 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.50 | $32.99 |
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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