How far is Providence, KY from Lexington, KY?
The driving distance from Providence, KY to Lexington, KY is about 100.6 miles (161.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.5 miles (134.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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 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.
City in Rockcastle County, Kentucky
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Providence and Lexington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Providence and Lexington.
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Start on the route
561 ft · 16 sec
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Turn left onto Sharp Gap Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Sharp Gap Road
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Continue on School Street
1670 ft · 47 sec · School Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Main Street
153 m · 16 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Manchester Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Manchester Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Cumberland Gap Parkway
14.1 mi · 18 min · Cumberland Gap Parkway
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Continue on Corbin Bypass
1.9 mi · 3 min · Corbin Bypass
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Lexington
1811 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
74.4 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 418: Lexington, Athens
1213 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
110 m · 11 sec
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Continue on Athens Boonesboro Road
2.6 mi · 3 min · Athens Boonesboro Road
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Continue on Richmond Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Richmond Road
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Turn left onto Man O War Boulevard
1.3 mi · 3 min · Man O War Boulevard
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Turn right onto Pimlico Parkway
1.2 mi · 3 min · Pimlico Parkway
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Turn right onto Gainesway Drive
675 ft · 18 sec · Gainesway Drive
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Turn right onto Coldstream Drive
80 m · 9 sec · Coldstream Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Coldstream Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Providence and Lexington.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
74.4 mi · 01h 20m
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 Rain Showers leaving Providence and Chance Rain Showers near Lexington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Providence to Lexington?
The road trip is about 100.6 miles (161.9 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Mount Vernon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.2 miles from Providence and 50.3 miles from Lexington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.5 miles (134.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 3:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.39 one way or $26.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Providence and Chance Rain Showers near Lexington.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Providence and Lexington. Straight-line distance: 83.49 mi (134.37 km).
#1 Providence
City in Webster County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 2,986 |
| Coordinates | 36.8670300, -83.9115900 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lexington
The second most populous city in Kentucky.
| Population | 225,366 |
| Coordinates | 37.9886900, -84.4777200 |
| Altitude | 295 |
| Country | United States |
End: Coldstream Drive (-84.477478, 37.988621)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 162 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.39 | $26.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.10 | $30.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.52 | $33.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.83 | $37.66 |
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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