How far is Richmond, KY from Manchester, KY?
The driving distance from Richmond, KY to Manchester, KY is about 71.2 miles (114.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.4 miles (81.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 43m 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 01h 21m.
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City in Kentucky, US
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Manchester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Manchester.
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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
20.8 mi · 24 min · Hal Rogers Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 80: Manchester
1315 ft · 38 sec
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Turn slight left
954 ft · 22 sec
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Continue straight
91 m · 7 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Richmond Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Manchester.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Barnes Mill Road
Merge slight left
46 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Richmond and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Manchester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Manchester?
The road trip is about 71.2 miles (114.6 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?
Livingston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.6 miles from Richmond and 35.6 miles from Manchester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.4 miles (81.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.8 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 3:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.47 one way or $18.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Richmond and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Manchester.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Manchester. Straight-line distance: 50.39 mi (81.1 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 Manchester
City in Kentucky
| Population | 1,277 |
| Coordinates | 37.1537000, -83.7618600 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
End: Manchester (-83.76186, 37.1537)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.47 | $18.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.68 | $21.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
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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