Origin
Campbellsville, KY
Evening in Campbellsville on Sunday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Campbellsville, KY to Richmond, KY
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
84.8 mi
136 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
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6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Campbellsville, KY
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Richmond, KY
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Trip Overview
Connecting Campbellsville to Richmond, this 84.8-mile journey through Southeast Kentucky is an ideal day trip, typically taking about 1 hour and 57 minutes to complete. You can expect a straightforward travel experience that fits easily into a single morning or afternoon. With a fuel budget of approximately $13, it is a cost-effective way to navigate between these two points. Because the trip is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-route accommodations. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that keeps you moving through the heart of the region without any required stops along the way.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
42.4 miles from Campbellsville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as only 7% of this route consists of highways. You will spend your time navigating Richmond Road, Danville Highway, and Perryville Road, which trade long stretches for a more winding, local feel. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is an 11.6-mile stretch on Richmond Road, requiring you to stay alert behind the wheel. Because this route relies on local roads, the pace is steady and demands more engagement than a standard highway trek. Prepare for a trip that prioritizes local connectivity over fast-paced travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Richmond Road is the longest continuous segment at about 11.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 48 miles in near US 150; KY 52 / Wilderness Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 57m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 48 miles (US 150; KY 52 / Wilderness Road): Navigation decision point; at 49.3 miles (KY 52 / Lancaster Road): Navigation decision point; at 82.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
48 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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US 150; KY 52 / Wilderness Road
Turn right onto US 150; KY 52 / Wilderness Road
Navigation decision point
4
49.3 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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KY 52 / Lancaster Road
Turn left onto KY 52 / Lancaster Road
Navigation decision point
5
82.3 mi into trip
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~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward KY 876: Richmond, Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward KY 876: Richmond, Lancaster
4
82.6 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
84.7 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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KY 388 / North 2nd Street
Turn left onto KY 388 / North 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond Road | 11.6 mi | 17m |
| Danville Highway | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Perryville Road | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| Jane Todd Crawford Trail | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| Lancaster Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Danville Road | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| New Lebanon Road | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| New Campbellsville Road | 5.3 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Richmond Road
— 11.6 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Campbellsville, KY and Richmond, KY.
1
Start on US 68
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broadway Street
2
Continue on US 68; KY 55
6.1 mi
·
6 min
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New Lebanon Road
3
Continue on US 68; KY 55
5.3 mi
·
6 min
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New Campbellsville Road
4
Continue on US 68; KY 55
2.4 mi
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2 min
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Campbellsville Road
5
Continue on US 68; KY 55
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Jane Todd Crawford Trail
6
Continue on US 68; KY 55
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Campbellsville Road
7
Continue on US 68; KY 55
2.9 mi
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4 min
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West Main Street
8
Continue on US 68; KY 52
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Danville Highway
9
Continue on US 68; KY 52
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Danville Road
10
Continue on US 68; KY 52
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Jane Todd Crawford Trail
11
Continue on US 68
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Danville Highway
12
Continue on US 68
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
New Danville Highway
13
Continue on US 68; KY 52
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Danville Highway
14
Continue on US 68; KY 52
5.8 mi
·
8 min
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Jane Todd Crawford Trail
15
Continue on US 68; KY 52
0.5 mi
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52 sec
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South Buell Street
16
Turn right onto US 68; US 150; KY 52
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
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East 2nd Street
17
Continue on US 150; KY 52
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Perryville Road
18
Continue on US 150; KY 52
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
19
Turn right onto US 150; KY 52
430 ft
·
9 sec
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Wilderness Road
20
Continue on US 150; KY 52
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Stanford Road
21
Turn left onto KY 52
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Lancaster Road
22
Continue on KY 52
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Danville Road
23
Continue on KY 52
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Richmond Road
24
Continue on KY 52
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
KY 52
25
Continue on KY 52
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lancaster Road
26
Continue on KY 2872
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Duncannon Lane
27
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
28
Merge onto I 75
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 75
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward KY 876: Richmond, Lancaster
30
Keep slight right at fork
324 ft
·
9 sec
31
Turn straight onto KY 876
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastern Bypass
32
Turn left onto KY 52
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Lancaster Avenue
33
At end of road, turn right onto US 25 Business; US 421 Business; KY 52
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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West Main Street
34
Turn left onto KY 388
104 ft
·
2 sec
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North 2nd Street
35
Arrive at destination
KY 388
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact drive, you have significant flexibility with your departure time, though starting early allows you to avoid potential local traffic. There are no mandatory stops scheduled, meaning you can complete the entire 84.8 miles in one go if you prefer. Keep your $13 fuel budget in mind before you head out, and ensure your tank is ready for the local roads ahead. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, prioritize your focus on the road conditions rather than multitasking. Since the longest stretch is only 11.6 miles, use those segments to settle into a comfortable rhythm before the road shifts again.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.4 miles from Campbellsville, KY, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.4 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richmond, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Campbellsville, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Campbellsville, KY
This is one driving day of about 84.8 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Campbellsville, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Richmond Road for about 11.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.4 mi from Campbellsville, KY · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.4 miles from Campbellsville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Richmond, KY
The final approach into Richmond, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Richmond, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.88 one way
$25.76 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $14.20 | $28.40 |
| premium | $4.80 | $16.01 | $32.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.84 | $37.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.90 | $4.07 |
| Efficient EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.87 | $5.43 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Richmond, KY
Evening in Richmond on Sunday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 57m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Campbellsville, KY to Richmond, KY covers 84.8 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Richmond Road, Danville Highway, Perryville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.4 miles from Campbellsville, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 57m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 48 miles (US 150; KY 52 / Wilderness Road): Navigation decision point; at 49.3 miles (KY 52 / Lancaster Road): Navigation decision point; at 82.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Campbellsville, KY to Richmond, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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