Origin
Crescent Springs, KY
Late night in Crescent Springs on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crescent Springs, KY to Independence, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
10.5 mi
17 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crescent Springs, KY
Tom Fisk
Independence, KY
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Trip Overview
This short 10.5-mile drive from Crescent Springs to Independence, Kentucky, is a quick 19-minute trip that stays within the Southeast region. With no highway driving, it's perfect for a local excursion rather than an overnight stay. You'll navigate using Anderson Road, Buttermilk Pike, and Dixie Highway, giving you a feel for the local infrastructure. The estimated fuel cost is a low $2, making it an economical choice for a quick getaway. This route is best suited for a single day, offering a straightforward journey through familiar territory.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Road | — | — |
| Buttermilk Pike | — | — |
| Dixie Highway | — | — |
| Orphanage Road | — | — |
| Madison Pike | — | — |
| Pelly Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Anderson Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crescent Springs, KY and Independence, KY.
1
Start on Western Reserve Road
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Western Reserve Road
2
Turn left onto Anderson Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Anderson Road
3
Turn right onto Buttermilk Pike
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Buttermilk Pike
4
Turn left onto Dixie Highway
479 ft
·
16 sec
·
Dixie Highway
5
Turn right onto Orphanage Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Orphanage Road
6
Turn right onto Madison Pike
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Madison Pike
7
Turn right onto Pelly Road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Pelly Road
8
Continue straight
1.1 mi
·
2 min
9
Arrive at your destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.64 one way
$3.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.02 | $4.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.32 | $4.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.10 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Independence, KY
Late night in Independence on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire 10.5-mile stretch, as indicated by the 0% highway share. You won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of road, with no longest stretch data provided, suggesting frequent intersections and changes in direction. The journey primarily utilizes Anderson Road, Buttermilk Pike, and Dixie Highway, which are typical local roads. This means you'll likely experience a more intimate connection with the communities you pass through, with varying speed limits and local traffic patterns.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Anderson Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Crescent Springs, KY to Independence, KY is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crescent Springs, KY to Independence, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 10.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crescent Springs, KY to Independence, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Independence, KY before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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