How far is Pikeville, KY from Frankfort, KY?
Fastest route
The distance between Pikeville, Kentucky 41501 and Frankfort, Kentucky 40601 is approximately 164 miles (264 kilometers). The fastest route is via Bert T Combs Mountain Pkwy W. The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 47 minutes.
Directions
- Start by heading south on 2nd St toward Caroline Ave.
- Turn right onto Huffman Ave.
- Take a left onto Hambley Blvd.
- Keep right at the fork and merge onto KY-80 W/US-119 N/US-23 N/US-460 W.
- Continue on US-23 N/US-460 W and use the right lane to take the Route 114 ramp to Lexington/Prestonsburg.
- Use the left two lanes to turn left onto KY-114 W.
- Follow KY-114 W for approximately 18.3 miles, passing by Peoples Bank on the right.
- Continue onto Bert T Combs Mountain Pkwy W.
- Keep left to stay on I-64 W, following signs for Frankfort/Louisville.
- Take exit 58 for US-60 toward Versailles/Frankfort.
- Turn right onto US-60 W/Versailles Rd, passing by KFC on the left.
- Use the left two lanes to take the exit toward East-West Connector.
- Continue onto East-West Connector.
- Turn right onto M.L.K. Jr Blvd.
- Finally, turn right onto E Broadway St.
- Drive to Elk Alley by turning left toward Elk Alley and then turning right onto Elk Alley.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Take the fastest route via Bert T Combs Mountain Pkwy W.
- 🛣️ Follow the signs for US-23 N/US-119 N/US-460 W/KY-80 W/Prestonsburg/Williamson.
- 📅 Check for traffic conditions before starting your journey.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the entire trip.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on track.
- 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction along the way.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations for a safe journey.
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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 02h 42m.
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.
County seat in Kentucky
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pikeville and Frankfort.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pikeville and Frankfort.
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Start on 2nd Street
35 m · 7 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Caroline Avenue
79 m · 13 sec · Caroline Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hambley Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Hambley Boulevard
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Turn right onto Loraine Street
1017 ft · 24 sec · Loraine Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Mayo Trail
2067 ft · 35 sec · North Mayo Trail
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Take the ramp slight right
902 ft · 25 sec
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Continue straight
12 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
11.4 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right
1942 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left
36.3 mi · 41 min
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Continue on Mountain Parkway
57 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Mountain Parkway
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Merge slight left
15.5 mi · 17 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
6.9 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
16.6 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 60: Versailles, Frankfort
1471 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Frankfort
71 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left onto Versailles Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Versailles Road
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Take the exit slight left
1549 ft · 24 sec
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Turn straight onto East-West Connector
1.8 mi · 2 min · East-West Connector
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Turn right onto Martin Luther King Drive
1.2 km · 1 min · Martin Luther King Drive
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto East Broadway Street
137 m · 22 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn right onto High Street
142 m · 17 sec · High Street
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Turn left onto West Clinton Street
75 m · 7 sec · West Clinton Street
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Turn right onto Elk Alley
135 m · 19 sec · Elk Alley
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elk Alley
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pikeville and Frankfort.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Mountain Parkway
Continue on Mountain Parkway
57 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Pikeville and Sunny near Frankfort.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pikeville to Frankfort?
The road trip is about 164 miles (264 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Campton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.5 miles from Pikeville and 82.5 miles from Frankfort.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.8 miles (221.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.2 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 1:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.83 one way or $43.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny around Pikeville and Sunny near Frankfort.
Stop Ideas Near Campton
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 Campton.
Maysville
Ashland Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pikeville and Frankfort. Straight-line distance: 137.81 mi (221.78 km).
#1 Pikeville
City and county seat of Pike County, Kentucky
| Population | 6,432 |
| Coordinates | 37.4792700, -82.5187600 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Frankfort
County seat city in Franklin County, Kentucky, USA and Kentucky federated state capital city
| Population | 27,715 |
| Coordinates | 38.2009100, -84.8732800 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elk Alley (-84.873307, 38.200921)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 264 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $21.83 | $43.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.62 | $49.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.95 | $53.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.71 | $61.42 |
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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