How far is Richmond, KY from Warsaw, KY?
The driving distance from Richmond, KY to Warsaw, KY is about 94.3 miles (151.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.8 miles (126.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 56m 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 58m.
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.
Halfway Point
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City in Scott County, Kentucky, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Warsaw.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Warsaw.
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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 right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
40.9 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 22: Dry Ridge, Owenton
1223 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
2083 ft · 43 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn right onto Warsaw Road
14 mi · 25 min · Warsaw Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left
6.4 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto Sparta Pike
1 mi · 2 min · Sparta Pike
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Keep slight right to continue on Sparta Pike
82 m · 5 sec · Sparta Pike
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Continue on Main Cross Street
126 m · 9 sec · Main Cross Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Cross Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Warsaw.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 75 North
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
40.9 mi · 00h 44m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Richmond and Sunny near Warsaw.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Warsaw?
The road trip is about 94.3 miles (151.7 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Sadieville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.2 miles from Richmond and 47.1 miles from Warsaw.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.8 miles (126.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 2:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.56 one way or $25.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Richmond and Sunny near Warsaw.
Stop Ideas Near Sadieville
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 Sadieville.
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Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
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Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Warsaw. Straight-line distance: 78.76 mi (126.75 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 Warsaw
City and county seat of Gallatin County, Kentucky
| Population | 1,678 |
| Coordinates | 38.7834000, -84.9016200 |
| Altitude | 151 |
| Country | United States |
End: Warsaw (-84.90162, 38.7834)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 152 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
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 | $12.56 | $25.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.16 | $28.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.66 | $35.32 |
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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