How far is Richmond, KY from Irvine, KY?
The driving distance from Richmond, KY to Irvine, KY is about 19.3 miles (31 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Estill County, Kentucky, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Irvine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Irvine.
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Start on North 2nd Street
32 m · 9 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
3077 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Irvine Road
10.9 mi · 16 min · Irvine Road
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Continue on Richmond Road
7.4 mi · 11 min · Richmond Road
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Continue on Main Street
1566 ft · 44 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
131 m · 17 sec · Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Irvine.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Irvine Road
Turn left onto Irvine Road
10.9 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Richmond and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Irvine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Irvine?
The road trip is about 19.3 miles (31 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ravenna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.6 miles from Richmond and 9.6 miles from Irvine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.56 one way or $5.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Richmond and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Irvine.
Stop Ideas Near Ravenna
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Irvine. Straight-line distance: 17.83 mi (28.7 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 Irvine
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 2,289 |
| Coordinates | 37.7006400, -83.9738100 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
End: Irvine (-83.97381, 37.70064)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.56 | $5.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.16 | $6.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.61 | $7.21 |
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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