Origin
Walton, KY
Evening in Walton on Sunday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walton, KY to Richmond, KY
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
86.1 mi
139 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
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6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richmond, KY
Kelly
Trip Overview
Spanning 86.9 miles, this journey from Walton to Richmond, Kentucky, is a straightforward trek through the Southeast region. You should plan for a driving time of approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. Since you won't need an overnight stay, you can easily complete the excursion in one go. Budgeting around $13 for fuel will cover your transit costs effectively. Because the route avoids major highways entirely, it offers a more personal, local experience compared to typical interstate travel.
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
43 miles from Walton, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend the entire 86.9 miles navigating surface roads rather than cruising on high-speed interstates. You will primarily travel via Old Nicholson Road, North Main Street, and Old Beaver Road. This lack of highway miles means you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience with frequent speed changes and turns. It is a steady, consistent pace that avoids the monotony of long-haul highway stretches.
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 81.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,039 ft
765 ft
Total Climb
832 ft
Total Descent
820 ft
Highest Point
1,039 ft
~68.1 mi in
Elevation Range
274 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Lexington Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Old Nicholson Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 37m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Old Nicholson Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.4 miles (KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Old Nicholson Road
At end of road, turn left onto Old Nicholson Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway
Turn right onto KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
1.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Lexington
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
6
2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 75
Merge onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Lexington
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
8
83.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward US 25 North, US 421 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 90B
Toward US 25 North, US 421 North
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 81.1 mi | 1h 26m |
| Lexington Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| School Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Mary Grubbs Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Stephenson Mill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Beaver Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 81.1 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walton, KY and Richmond, KY.
1
Start on this road
285 ft
·
27 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Old Nicholson Road
245 ft
·
10 sec
·
Old Nicholson Road
3
Continue on US 25; KY 16
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
4
Turn right onto Old Beaver Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Old Beaver Road
5
Continue on Stephenson Mill Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Stephenson Mill Road
6
Keep slight left at fork onto School Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
School Road
7
Turn right onto KY 14; KY 16
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Mary Grubbs Highway
Use the right lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
81 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 90B
Toward US 25 North, US 421 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto US 25; US 421
151 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lexington Road
12
Continue on US 25; US 421
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lexington Road
13
Continue on US 25 Business; US 421 Business
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lexington Road
14
Continue on US 25 Business; US 421 Business
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Main Street
15
Turn left onto KY 388
104 ft
·
2 sec
·
North 2nd Street
16
Arrive at destination
KY 388
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Keep in mind that because there are no designated stops on this route, you should ensure you have all necessary snacks and drinks packed before you leave Walton. Since the path relies on local roads rather than interstates, pay close attention to your navigation to stay on the correct path through the various turns. Budget your $13 for fuel ahead of time, as local road driving can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than steady highway cruising. Enjoy the freedom of a direct, one-day transit that gets you to Richmond without the stress of heavy traffic congestion.
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 43 miles from Walton, KY, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.1 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43 miles or 49m 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 21m
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 Walton, 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 Walton, KY
This is one driving day of about 86.1 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Walton, 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 I 75 for about 81.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43 mi from Walton, KY · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 43 miles from Walton, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.1 miles.
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
$13.08 one way
$26.16 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $14.42 | $28.83 |
| premium | $4.80 | $16.25 | $32.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.13 | $38.26 |
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: 30.1 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 | 25.8 | 0 | $9.04 | $4.13 |
| Efficient EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.53 | $3.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.05 | $5.51 |
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
7:49 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 37m 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 Walton, KY to Richmond, KY covers 86.1 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Lexington Road, School Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43 miles from Walton, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.08 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 37m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Old Nicholson Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.4 miles (KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Walton, KY to Richmond, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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