How far is Richmond, KY from Williamsburg, KY?
The driving distance from Richmond, KY to Williamsburg, KY is about 78 miles (125.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.8 miles (112.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m 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 27m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Williamsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Williamsburg.
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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
71.2 mi · 1 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25W: Williamsburg
1633 ft · 40 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Cumberland Falls Highway
58 m · 3 sec · Cumberland Falls Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Cumberland Falls Highway
816 ft · 14 sec · Cumberland Falls Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Cumberland Falls Highway
23 m · 1 sec · Cumberland Falls Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Cumberland Falls Highway
3.7 mi · 6 min · Cumberland Falls Highway
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Turn right onto Main Street
913 ft · 22 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
42 m · 6 sec · North 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Williamsburg.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Barnes Mill Road
Merge slight left
71.2 mi · 01h 16m
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.
Sunny leaving Richmond and Sunny near Williamsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Williamsburg?
The road trip is about 78 miles (125.6 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?
Livingston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.1 miles from Richmond and 39 miles from Williamsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.8 miles (112.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.41 one way or $20.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Richmond and Sunny near Williamsburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Williamsburg. Straight-line distance: 69.8 mi (112.33 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 Williamsburg
City in Kentucky
| Population | 5,384 |
| Coordinates | 36.7434200, -84.1596600 |
| Altitude | 283 |
| Country | United States |
End: Williamsburg (-84.15966, 36.74342)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.41 | $20.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.85 | $25.69 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
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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