How far is Richmond, KY from Jackson, KY?
The driving distance from Richmond, KY to Jackson, KY is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.9 miles (51.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 33m 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 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and seat of Garrard County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Jackson.
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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
3.7 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 2872: Richmond
2199 ft · 55 sec
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Turn right onto Duncannon Lane
2.9 mi · 4 min · Duncannon Lane
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Continue on Lancaster Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · Lancaster Road
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Continue on KY 52
2.6 mi · 4 min · KY 52
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Continue on Richmond Road
11.6 mi · 17 min · Richmond Road
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Turn right onto Lexington Road
7.3 mi · 8 min · Lexington Road
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Turn left onto Chenault Bridge Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Chenault Bridge Road
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Continue on Lexington Road
3.6 mi · 5 min · Lexington Road
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Continue straight
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
40 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Harrodsburg Road
2.1 mi · 2 min · Harrodsburg Road
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Continue on Danville Road
2.4 mi · 3 min · Danville Road
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Take the exit slight right
4.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto Louisville Road
2.6 mi · 3 min · Louisville Road
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Turn left onto Jackson Pike
1.2 mi · 5 min · Jackson Pike
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jackson Pike
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Jackson.
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.
Richmond Road
Continue on Richmond Road
11.6 mi · 00h 17m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Richmond and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Jackson?
The road trip is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Lancaster is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Richmond and 26.8 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.9 miles (51.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 3:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.55 one way or $15.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Richmond and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jackson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 31.91 mi (51.35 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 Jackson
Jackson is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.8250800, -84.8707900 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson (-84.87079, 37.82508)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $4.00 | $7.55 | $15.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $8.62 | $17.24 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $9.45 | $18.89 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $11.56 | $23.12 |
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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