How far is Somerset, KY from Nevada, KY?
The driving distance from Somerset, KY to Nevada, KY is about 54.6 miles (87.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45 miles (72.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lincoln County, Kentucky
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Somerset and Nevada.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset and Nevada.
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Start on the route
18 m · 4 sec
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Continue straight
58 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
28 m · 4 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Mount Vernon Street
1045 ft · 21 sec · West Mount Vernon Street
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Continue on Columbia Street
107 m · 7 sec · Columbia Street
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Continue on Ohio Street
1276 ft · 26 sec · Ohio Street
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Continue on Ogden Street
2815 ft · 56 sec · Ogden Street
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Turn slight right
50 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
32 mi · 37 min
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Turn left
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Turn straight onto South Danville Bypass
5.5 mi · 7 min · South Danville Bypass
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Turn left onto Perryville Road
4.5 mi · 5 min · Perryville Road
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Turn right onto Quirks Run Road
3.9 mi · 9 min · Quirks Run Road
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Turn straight onto Perryville Road
111 m · 12 sec · Perryville Road
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Turn left onto Bugg Road
2 m · 1 sec · Bugg Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bugg Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Somerset and Nevada.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn right
32 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 Somerset and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Nevada.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Somerset to Nevada?
The road trip is about 54.6 miles (87.9 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Stanford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Somerset and 27.3 miles from Nevada.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45 miles (72.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 4:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.71 one way or $15.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Somerset and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Nevada.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Somerset and Nevada. Straight-line distance: 45.01 mi (72.43 km).
#1 Somerset
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 11,829 |
| Coordinates | 37.0920200, -84.6041100 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nevada
Nevada is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.6964600, -84.9096800 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
End: Perryville Road (-84.909655, 37.696454)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $4.00 | $7.71 | $15.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $8.80 | $17.60 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $9.65 | $19.29 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $11.81 | $23.61 |
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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