Florence, KY Road Trips
With 11 routes heading out and 6 heading in, Florence, KY works well as a launching point in the Southeast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 260 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Florence, KY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
17
Longest Drive
336.6 mi
Clinton, KY
Quickest Drive
3h 43m
Coal Run Village, KY
Plan Around Florence, KY
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Florence, KY is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Florence, KY
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Florence, KY
Florence, KY to Clinton, KY
Florence, KY to Hendron, KY
Florence, KY to Benton, KY
Florence, KY to Ledbetter, KY
Florence, KY to Cadiz, KY
Florence, KY to Hopkinsville, KY
Florence, KY to Guthrie, KY
Florence, KY to Greenville, KY
Florence, KY to Morehead, KY
Florence, KY to Pikeville, KY
Florence, KY to Scottsville, KY
Driving from Florence, KY
Expect an average of 260 miles and about 4h 52m behind the wheel when leaving Florence, KY. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 337 miles (6h 20m), while the shortest is just 205 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Florence, KY include Clinton, KY (336.6 mi, 6h 20m), Hendron, KY (304.7 mi, 5h 39m), Benton, KY (294.6 mi, 5h 26m), Ledbetter, KY (293.3 mi, 5h 27m), and Cadiz, KY (274.4 mi, 5h 6m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in KY currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 260-mile trip from Florence, KY, budget about $38 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 11 mapped routes leaving Florence, KY and 6 routes heading into Florence, KY, covering 17 total connections. Distances range from 205 to 337 miles.
The longest mapped route from Florence, KY covers 337 miles and takes approximately 6h 20m. Shorter options start at just 205 miles.
The average route from Florence, KY runs about 260 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 52m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 260-mile trip from Florence, KY costs roughly $38 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Florence, KY include Clinton, KY, Hendron, KY, Benton, KY and Ledbetter, KY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Florence, KY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
32,334
Median Income
$68,508
Median Home Value
$196,200
Median Age
40.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Florence, KY at a Glance
Founded
1830
Elevation
925 ft
Area
10 mi²
Notable People from Florence, KY
A sampling of people born in Florence, KY.
Curtis Gates Lloyd
1859–1926
American mycologist (1859–1926)
Shaun Alexander
1977
American football player (born 1977)
City data from Wikidata (Q985560), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Florence, KY
Florence is a city of 33,000 people (2019) in Kentucky's Northern Ohio River Region, near Cincinnati. Florence is well known in surrounding cities for a water tower visible from I-71/I-75 that reads "Florence Y'all".
1 Florence Y'All Water Tower (off I-71/I75 near Florence Mall). If you're heading south from Ohio, this is a surefire sign that you aren't in the Union anymore. Originally a giant advertisement for the nearby Florence Mall, this landmark was accidentally created when developers realized that it was illegal to advertise the mall on the water tower. To save money they turned the M to a Y and the rest is history. 2 Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, 3380 Beaver Rd, Union. A salt lick surrounded by sulfur springs, containing extensive fossil deposits. The Visitors Center features a mastodon skull and giant sloth skeleton.
1 Florence Y'alls, 7950 Freedom Way (near the intersection of I-75 and State Route 42; take exit #180 off I-75 and proceed east one block; turn right on Freedom Way), ☏ +1 859-594-4487. The front office and the Truist Team Shop remain open all year long during normal business hours. The Florence Y'alls, named after the water tower, are a professional baseball team based in Florence. They play in the West Division of the Frontier League, which is not directly affiliated with Major League Baseball but became an "MLB Partner League" when MLB reorganized the minors in 2021. From the 2004 season to the present, the Y'alls have played their home games at Thomas More Stadium, which is located near Interstates 71 and 75. The ballpark is also home to the baseball team of nearby Thomas More University, which bought the right to name the park in 2022. VIP $10.00, reserved $8.50, lawn $6.00, children 2 and under are free. (updated Dec 2021) 2 Turfway Park Racing & Gaming, 7500 Turfway Rd, ☏ +1 859-371-0200, [email protected]. 24 hrs. (updated Feb 2026)
Lita's Tacos, 8450 US-42, Florence, ☏ +1 859 817-1532. Tu-Sa 11AM-7PM. Authentic, street-style tacos, nachos, and other Mexican cuisine - but the tacos are the real stars of the show. Super cheap and located right next to a gas station and convenience store - and mind-shatteringly delicious. The owners are chill, too! (updated Dec 2021)
Best Western Florence, 7821 Commerce Drive, ☏ +1 859-525-0090, fax: +1 859 525-6743. Comfort Suites Florence - Cincinnati South, 5905 Merchants St, ☏ +1 859-488-1708. Indoor pool and gym. $86 (Dec 2021). Courtyard Florence Greater Cincinnati Area, 46 Cavalier Boulevard (Turfway Rd & I-75), ☏ +1 859-371-6464, fax: +1 859 371-3443. Little fire pit to gather around for socializing. $76 (Dec 2021). Holiday Inn Express & Suites Florence - Cincinnati Airport, 1055 Vandercar Way (Turfway Rd & I-75), ☏ +1 859-817-0337, fax: +1 859 371-3443. Also sporting an indoor pool. $91 (Dec 2021).
Travel tips adapted from Florence (Kentucky) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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