Origin
Richmond, KY
Late night in Richmond on Friday
Local time
5:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richmond, KY to Corbin, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
63.5 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richmond, KY
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Corbin, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Richmond, KY to Corbin, KY covers 63.5 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Corbin Bypass, Eastern Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57.7 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 63.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 63.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Corbin Bypass. The longest continuous stretch is about 57.7 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 57.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Corbin Bypass. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 25 Business; US 421 Business; KY 52 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 12m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 25 Business; US 421 Business; KY 52 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 25 Business; US 421 Business; KY 52 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 25 Business; US 421 Business; KY 52 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
60.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
5
63.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
US 25W; KY 312
At end of road, turn right onto US 25W; KY 312
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Richmond, KY to Corbin, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Barbourville along the way.
Barbourville
60.2 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 57.7 mi | 1h 1m |
| Corbin Bypass | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Eastern Bypass | 1 mi | 1m |
| Lancaster Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Cherry Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Dixie Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Laurel Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 25W | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 57.7 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond, KY and Corbin, KY.
1
Start on KY 388
104 ft
·
6 sec
·
North 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto US 25 Business; US 421 Business; KY 52
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn left onto KY 52
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
4
Turn right onto KY 876
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastern Bypass
5
Continue on KY 876
512 ft
·
17 sec
·
Barnes Mill Road
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
7
Merge onto I 75
58 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
9
Turn left onto US 25E
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Corbin Bypass
10
Turn right onto KY 3431
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cherry Avenue
11
Turn right onto US 25W
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Dixie Highway
12
Continue on US 25W
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Skinier Street
13
Continue on US 25W
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Laurel Avenue
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 25W; KY 312
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 25W; KY 312
15
Turn left onto KY 312
247 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Gordon Street
16
Arrive at destination
KY 312
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.8 mi from Richmond, KY · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.8 miles from Richmond, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Corbin, KY
The final approach into Corbin, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.93 one way
$19.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.90 | $21.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.22 | $24.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.02 | $28.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.67 | $3.05 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Corbin, KY
Late night in Corbin on Friday
Local time
5:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
London, KY
32 mi in
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
27 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 12m 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 Richmond, KY to Corbin, KY covers 63.5 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Corbin Bypass, Eastern Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.8 miles from Richmond, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.93 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 12m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 25 Business; US 421 Business; KY 52 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Richmond, KY to Corbin, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Barbourville along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Camp Nelson National Monument and Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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