Origin
Cynthiana, KY
Late night in Cynthiana on Sunday
Local time
12:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cynthiana, 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
1h 16m
Distance
47.7 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cynthiana, KY
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Independence, KY
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Trip Overview
This 47.7-mile journey from Cynthiana to Independence, Kentucky, is a straightforward, one-day drive that will take about 1 hour and 16 minutes. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $7, it's an economical option for a short trip. The route sticks to local roads, indicated by a 0% highway share, suggesting a more intimate experience with the landscape. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region of Kentucky for the entire trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KY 17 | 21.1 mi | 36m |
| Falmouth Road | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| U.S. Highway 27 South | 7 mi | 9m |
| Ridgeway Avenue | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Madison Pike | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Church Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Sidney Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
KY 17
— 21.1 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cynthiana, KY and Independence, KY.
1
Start on North Church Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Church Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 27 Business
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Falmouth Road
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on US 27
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
U.S. Highway 27 South
4
Continue on US 27; KY 22
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Ridgeway Avenue
5
Turn left onto KY 17
7.0 mi
·
12 min
·
KY 17
6
At end of road, turn left onto KY 17
14 mi
·
24 min
·
KY 17
7
Turn left onto Sidney Drive
243 ft
·
8 sec
·
Sidney Drive
8
Continue on Madison Pike
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Madison Pike
9
Arrive at destination
KY 17 Business; KY 2045
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.9 miles from Cynthiana, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 46.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 62; US 27 Business / Falmouth Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 27 Business / Falmouth Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
3
25.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
KY 17
Turn left onto KY 17
Navigation decision point
4
32.3 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
KY 17
At end of road, turn left onto KY 17
Navigation decision point
4
46.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
Sidney Drive
Turn left onto Sidney Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.46 one way
$14.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.18 | $18.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
12:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 7 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
52°F
Falmouth, KY
24 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
33 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 16m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 on this route, with no stretches on the highway. Your journey will primarily follow Falmouth Road and Highway 27 South before reaching Ridgeway Avenue. Given the absence of highway travel, the pace will likely be more relaxed, allowing you to appreciate the local scenery. Without any long uninterrupted stretches, you'll be navigating a series of turns and changes in road character throughout the 47.7 miles.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.1 mi on KY 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 62; US 27 Business / Falmouth Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cynthiana, KY to Independence, KY is easy. At 1h 16m with 59% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 62; US 27 Business / Falmouth Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (KY 17): Navigation decision point; at 32.3 miles (KY 17): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 47.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.1 miles on KY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 62; US 27 Business / Falmouth Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (KY 17): Navigation decision point; at 32.3 miles (KY 17): Navigation decision point.
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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