How far is Saint Matthews, KY from Radcliff, KY?
The driving distance from Saint Matthews, KY to Radcliff, KY is about 40.4 miles (65 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Louisville, Kentucky, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Matthews and Radcliff.
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Start on Shelbyville Road
38 m · 5 sec · Shelbyville Road
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Turn right onto Breckenridge Lane
1.8 mi · 4 min · Breckenridge Lane
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 264 West
1887 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Henry Watterson Expressway
10 mi · 14 min · Henry Watterson Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward US 31W South, US 60 West: Fort Knox
2235 ft · 58 sec
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Turn straight onto Dixie Highway
26 mi · 37 min · Dixie Highway
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Continue on North Dixie Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Dixie Boulevard
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Turn right onto Elm Road
2542 ft · 1 min · Elm Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elm Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Matthews and Radcliff.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dixie Highway
Turn straight onto Dixie Highway
26 mi · 00h 37m
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 Saint Matthews and Sunny near Radcliff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Matthews to Radcliff?
The road trip is about 40.4 miles (65 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Valley Station is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.2 miles from Saint Matthews and 20.2 miles from Radcliff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 4:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.39 one way or $10.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Matthews and Sunny near Radcliff.
Stop Ideas Near Valley Station
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Matthews and Radcliff. Straight-line distance: 32.67 mi (52.57 km).
#1 Saint Matthews
City
| Population | 17,985 |
| Coordinates | 38.2528500, -85.6557900 |
| Altitude | 168 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Radcliff
City in Kentucky
| Population | 22,923 |
| Coordinates | 37.8403500, -85.9491300 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
End: Radcliff (-85.94913, 37.84035)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.39 | $10.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.66 | $13.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.58 | $15.17 |
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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