How far is Richmond, KY from Hazard, KY?
The driving distance from Richmond, KY to Hazard, KY is about 110.4 miles (177.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.5 miles (111.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 18m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
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City in Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Hazard.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Hazard.
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Start on North 2nd Street
32 m · 6 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
865 ft · 22 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Lancaster Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Lancaster Avenue
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Turn right onto Eastern Bypass
1.6 km · 2 min · Eastern Bypass
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Continue on Barnes Mill Road
156 m · 17 sec · Barnes Mill Road
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Take the ramp left
1255 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
46 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somerset
1174 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Hal Rogers Parkway
56.9 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Hal Rogers Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 451
1096 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Coates Branch Road
4.2 mi · 7 min · Coates Branch Road
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Continue on Memorial Drive
555 ft · 13 sec · Memorial Drive
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Turn right onto L O Davis Drive
998 ft · 34 sec · L O Davis Drive
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Turn left onto Laurel Street
983 ft · 43 sec · Laurel Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Laurel Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Hazard.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Hal Rogers Parkway
Turn left onto Hal Rogers Parkway
56.9 mi · 01h 05m
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 Richmond and Rain Showers near Hazard.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Hazard?
The road trip is about 110.4 miles (177.7 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
London is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.2 miles from Richmond and 55.2 miles from Hazard.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.5 miles (111.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.9 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 2:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.71 one way or $29.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Richmond and Rain Showers near Hazard.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Hazard. Straight-line distance: 69.5 mi (111.85 km).
#1 Richmond
City in and the county seat of Madison County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 36,800 |
| Coordinates | 37.7478600, -84.2946500 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hazard
City in Perry County, Kentucky, in the United States
| Population | 4,785 |
| Coordinates | 37.2495400, -83.1932300 |
| Altitude | 283 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hazard (-83.19323, 37.24954)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 178 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.71 | $29.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.59 | $33.17 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.69 | $41.37 |
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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