Origin
Richmond, KY
Late night in Richmond on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richmond, KY to Brooks, 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 57m
Distance
105.9 mi
170 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
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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Brooks, KY
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Trip Overview
This 105.9-mile drive from Richmond, KY, to Brooks, KY, is a straightforward journey designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 1 hour and 57 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-64, I-75, and the Gene Snyder Freeway, 96% of this route is highway driving, making it a quick and efficient trip through Kentucky's Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this highway-focused route is ideal for those looking to cover ground without extensive stops. Since it's a relatively short distance, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart at your convenience and arrive with ample time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53 miles from Richmond, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 55.9 mi | 59m |
| I 75 | 27.4 mi | 29m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 15.3 mi | 17m |
| I 65 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Lexington Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Brooks Hill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| John Harper Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 55.9 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond, KY and Brooks, 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
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on US 25 Business; US 421 Business
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lexington Road
4
Turn left onto US 25; US 421
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Lexington Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
6
Merge onto I 75
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 64
Toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
9
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 10B
Toward I 65 South: Nashville
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 65
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 65
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 121
Toward KY 1526: Brooks Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto KY 1526
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
John Harper Highway
14
Continue on KY 1526
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Brooks Hill Road
15
Arrive at destination
KY 1526
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of under two hours, this route from Richmond to Brooks offers significant flexibility for your travel plans. Consider an early morning departure to enjoy lighter traffic, especially as you approach the Louisville metropolitan area. With no designated stops, you can rely on the plentiful services available along the interstates for fuel and breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated $17 cost is based on efficient highway driving, and plan your refueling stop accordingly before you get too low, especially during the 55.9-mile stretch on I-64.
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 53 miles from Richmond, KY, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53 miles or 58m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooks, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Richmond, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Richmond, KY
This is one driving day of about 105.9 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Richmond, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 55.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53 miles from Richmond, 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
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 105.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
30.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
5
86 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyde...
7
101.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward I 65 South: Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 10B
Toward I 65 South: Nashville
7
105.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward KY 1526: Brooks Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 121
Toward KY 1526: Brooks Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.56 one way
$33.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.18 | $36.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.38 | $40.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.38 | $46.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.12 | $5.08 |
| Efficient EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.83 | $6.78 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Brooks, KY
Late night in Brooks on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Versailles, KY
53 mi in
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
2 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 57m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this 105.9-mile trip. With 96% of the drive on major interstates like I-64 and I-75, the pace is generally brisk. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 55.9 miles on I-64, offering a consistent driving rhythm. While the route is primarily a highway grind, it offers a direct path through the Kentucky landscape. The transition between I-64, I-75, and the Gene Snyder Freeway will be your main navigational points.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.9 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 75. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 105.9 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Brooks, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Louisville along the way.
Louisville
30.1 mi in
|
~33m
|
via I 64
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 105.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.9 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Brooks, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 2.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brooks, 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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