How far is Richmond, KY from Orchard Grass Hills, KY?
The driving distance from Richmond, KY to Orchard Grass Hills, KY is about 95.7 miles (154 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 39m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.
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.
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County seat city in Franklin County, Kentucky, USA and Kentucky federated state capital city
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Orchard Grass Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Orchard Grass Hills.
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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
2460 ft · 46 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on Lexington Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Lexington Road
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Turn left onto Lexington Road
1262 ft · 28 sec · Lexington Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1702 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
27.4 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
55.7 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right
1329 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
4.5 mi · 5 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
1826 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto La Grange Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · La Grange Road
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Continue on Lagrange Road
1353 ft · 23 sec · Lagrange Road
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Continue on La Grange Road
2445 ft · 46 sec · La Grange Road
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
24 m · 3 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto Mount Mercy Drive
72 m · 5 sec · Mount Mercy Drive
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Keep slight left to continue on Central Avenue
1571 ft · 33 sec · Central Avenue
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Continue on Central Avenue
1 km · 1 min · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Ballardsville Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Ballardsville Road
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Turn right onto East Orchard Grass Boulevard
2180 ft · 2 min · East Orchard Grass Boulevard
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Turn left onto Sideoats Drive
115 m · 22 sec · Sideoats Drive
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Turn left onto Woodreed Court
735 ft · 32 sec · Woodreed Court
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Woodreed Court
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Orchard Grass Hills.
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 64 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
55.7 mi · 01h 00m
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 Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Orchard Grass Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Orchard Grass Hills?
The road trip is about 95.7 miles (154 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Frankfort is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.8 miles from Richmond and 47.9 miles from Orchard Grass Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18 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 2:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.75 one way or $25.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Richmond and Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Orchard Grass Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Frankfort
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 Orchard Grass Hills. Straight-line distance: 77.71 mi (125.07 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 Orchard Grass Hills
City in Oldham County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,786 |
| Coordinates | 38.3236800, -85.5213500 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: Orchard Grass Hills (-85.52135, 38.32368)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $12.75 | $25.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.38 | $28.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.73 | $31.46 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.93 | $35.86 |
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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