How far is Nicholasville, KY from Pine Knot, KY?
The driving distance from Nicholasville, KY to Pine Knot, KY is about 97.6 miles (157 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.3 miles (137.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Pulaski County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nicholasville and Pine Knot.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nicholasville and Pine Knot.
-
1
Start on North Main Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
-
2
Turn left onto Nicholasville Bypass
6 mi · 7 min · Nicholasville Bypass
-
3
Continue on Lexington Road
13.4 mi · 15 min · Lexington Road
-
4
Turn slight right onto Lexington Road
1692 ft · 22 sec · Lexington Road
-
5
Continue on Stanford Street
8.9 mi · 10 min · Stanford Street
-
6
Continue straight
27.5 mi · 31 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward Bowling Green
2724 ft · 1 min
-
8
Merge slight left onto Cumberland Parkway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Cumberland Parkway
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside
1.3 km · 1 min
-
10
Continue straight
6 mi · 7 min
-
11
Turn right onto Burnside Road
3.9 mi · 5 min · Burnside Road
-
12
Continue on US Route 27
26.4 mi · 30 min · US Route 27
-
13
Turn right onto Cal Hill Spur
827 ft · 42 sec · Cal Hill Spur
-
14
Turn left onto Old US 27 Loop No5
1052 ft · 48 sec · Old US 27 Loop No5
-
15
Turn right onto Railroad Drive
19 m · 3 sec · Railroad Drive
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Railroad Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Nicholasville and Pine Knot.
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.
Sunny leaving Nicholasville and Sunny near Pine Knot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nicholasville to Pine Knot?
The road trip is about 97.6 miles (157 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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 48.8 miles from Nicholasville and 48.7 miles from Pine Knot.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.3 miles (137.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 2:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.97 one way or $25.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Nicholasville and Sunny near Pine Knot.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nicholasville and Pine Knot. Straight-line distance: 85.29 mi (137.26 km).
#1 Nicholasville
City in Kentucky
| Population | 30,888 |
| Coordinates | 37.8806300, -84.5730000 |
| Altitude | 286 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pine Knot
Census-designated place in McCreary County, Kentucky
| Population | 1,621 |
| Coordinates | 36.6509100, -84.4385500 |
| Altitude | 433 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pine Knot (-84.43855, 36.65091)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 157 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.63 | $29.26 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.01 | $32.02 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.25 | $36.49 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Kentucky · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.