How far is Richmond, KY from Simpsonville, KY?
The driving distance from Richmond, KY to Simpsonville, KY is about 78.7 miles (126.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.4 miles (106.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m 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 27m.
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 Scott County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Simpsonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Simpsonville.
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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
46.9 mi · 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 1848: Simpsonville
1495 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Simpsonville
61 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Simpsonville-Buck Creek Road
2806 ft · 56 sec · Simpsonville-Buck Creek Road
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Continue on Buckcreek Road
1920 ft · 46 sec · Buckcreek Road
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Turn left onto Shelbyville Road
3020 ft · 55 sec · Shelbyville Road
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
20 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Simpsonville.
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
46.9 mi · 00h 50m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Richmond and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Simpsonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Simpsonville?
The road trip is about 78.7 miles (126.7 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Stamping Ground is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.3 miles from Richmond and 39.4 miles from Simpsonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.4 miles (106.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 3:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.48 one way or $20.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Richmond and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Simpsonville.
Stop Ideas Near Stamping Ground
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Stamping Ground.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Simpsonville. Straight-line distance: 66.42 mi (106.89 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 Simpsonville
Human settlement in Shelby County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 2,963 |
| Coordinates | 38.2225700, -85.3552300 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Simpsonville (-85.35523, 38.22257)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.48 | $20.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.82 | $23.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.75 | $29.49 |
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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