How far is Nicholasville, KY from Stearns, KY?
The driving distance from Nicholasville, KY to Stearns, KY is about 94.8 miles (152.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.8 miles (131.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 43m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Stearns.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nicholasville and Stearns.
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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
3.9 mi · 5 min · Burnside Road
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Continue on US Route 27
22.7 mi · 26 min · US Route 27
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Turn right onto Wilburn Ross Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Wilburn Ross Highway
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Turn right
795 ft · 21 sec
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Continue straight
27 m · 12 sec
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Turn left
25 m · 6 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 Nicholasville and Stearns.
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
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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 Stearns.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nicholasville to Stearns?
The road trip is about 94.8 miles (152.5 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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 47.4 miles from Nicholasville and 47.3 miles from Stearns.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.8 miles (131.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 2:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.60 one way or $25.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Nicholasville and Sunny near Stearns.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nicholasville and Stearns. Straight-line distance: 81.82 mi (131.67 km).
#1 Nicholasville
City in Kentucky
| Population | 30,888 |
| Coordinates | 37.8806300, -84.5730000 |
| Altitude | 286 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Stearns
Census designated place in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 1,416 |
| Coordinates | 36.6989700, -84.4774400 |
| Altitude | 408 |
| Country | United States |
End: Stearns (-84.47744, 36.69897)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
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 | $12.60 | $25.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.21 | $28.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.72 | $35.43 |
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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