How far is Van Lear, KY from Richmond, KY?
The driving distance from Van Lear, KY to Richmond, KY is about 114 miles (183.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.9 miles (135.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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 59m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County seat in Kentucky
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Van Lear and Richmond.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Lear and Richmond.
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Start on Possum Hollow Road
531 ft · 23 sec · Possum Hollow Road
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Turn straight
2.8 mi · 7 min
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
1625 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left
13.6 mi · 15 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mountain Parkway
60.1 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Mountain Parkway
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Take the exit slight right
789 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
28 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street
155 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Irvine Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Irvine Road
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Continue on Spout Springs Road
5 mi · 8 min · Spout Springs Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Winchester Road
5 mi · 7 min · Winchester Road
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Turn right onto Joseph Proctor Memorial Bypass
1.5 mi · 2 min · Joseph Proctor Memorial Bypass
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Richmond Road
5.8 mi · 9 min · Richmond Road
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Continue on Irvine Road
10.9 mi · 16 min · Irvine Road
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Continue on East Main Street
3077 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
32 m · 2 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 Van Lear and Richmond.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Mountain Parkway
At the end of the road, turn right onto Mountain Parkway
60.1 mi · 01h 05m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Van Lear and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Richmond.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Van Lear to Richmond?
The road trip is about 114 miles (183.4 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Campton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.5 miles from Van Lear and 57.4 miles from Richmond.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.9 miles (135.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.1 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 2:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.06 one way or $32.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Van Lear and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Richmond.
Stop Ideas Near Campton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Maysville
Ashland Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Van Lear and Richmond. Straight-line distance: 83.95 mi (135.11 km).
#1 Van Lear
Van Lear is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.7712100, -82.7579400 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: North 2nd Street (-84.294897, 37.747963)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 183 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $16.06 | $32.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $18.33 | $36.66 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $20.09 | $40.18 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $24.59 | $49.18 |
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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