How far is Richmond, KY from Pikeville, KY?
The driving distance from Richmond, KY to Pikeville, KY is about 133.2 miles (214.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 22m 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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Halfway Point
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County seat in Kentucky
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Pikeville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Pikeville.
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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
5.8 mi · 9 min · Richmond Road
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Turn left onto Joseph Proctor Memorial Bypass
1.5 mi · 2 min · Joseph Proctor Memorial Bypass
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Winchester Road
5 mi · 7 min · Winchester Road
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Turn right onto Spout Springs Road
5 mi · 8 min · Spout Springs Road
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Continue on Irvine Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Irvine Road
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Take the ramp right
1451 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Mountain Parkway
65 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Mountain Parkway
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Continue on Old Middle Creek Road
11.1 mi · 13 min · Old Middle Creek Road
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Take the exit slight right
1575 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
23.5 mi · 27 min
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Turn right
67 m · 7 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Mayo Trail
1.1 km · 60 sec · North Mayo Trail
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Turn right onto Loraine Street
924 ft · 23 sec · Loraine Street
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Turn left onto Hambley Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Hambley Boulevard
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Turn left onto Division Street
82 m · 9 sec · Division Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
94 m · 9 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Pikeville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Mountain Parkway
Merge slight left onto Mountain Parkway
65 mi · 01h 10m
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 Rain Showers Likely near Pikeville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Pikeville?
The road trip is about 133.2 miles (214.3 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?
Campton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.5 miles from Richmond and 66.7 miles from Pikeville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.3 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 1:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.72 one way or $35.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Richmond and Rain Showers Likely near Pikeville.
Stop Ideas Near Campton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Maysville
Ashland Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Pikeville. Straight-line distance: 98.95 mi (159.25 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 Pikeville
City and county seat of Pike County, Kentucky
| Population | 6,432 |
| Coordinates | 37.4792700, -82.5187600 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pikeville (-82.51876, 37.47927)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 214 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $17.72 | $35.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.99 | $39.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.87 | $43.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.93 | $49.86 |
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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