Origin
Vicco, KY
Late night in Vicco on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vicco, KY to Tilford, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
29.9 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vicco, KY
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Tilford, KY
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Trip Overview
This 29.9-mile drive from Vicco, KY to Tilford, KY is a short, manageable trip that can easily be completed in about 46 minutes. Since it's a single-day journey with no overnight stays recommended, you'll have plenty of flexibility. The estimated fuel cost is around $5, making it an economical option for exploring the Southeast region of Kentucky. The primary roads you'll be using are Cumberland Road and Whitesburg Road, with a brief section on Bridge Road. Expect a local feel throughout this excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Road | 22.2 mi | 37m |
| Whitesburg Road | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Bridge Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Ken Mount Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Cumberland Road
— 22.2 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vicco, KY and Tilford, KY.
1
Start on Railroad Street
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Railroad Street
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Main Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto KY 15
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Whitesburg Road
4
Turn right onto KY 7
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Ken Mount Road
5
Turn slight right onto KY 7
11 mi
·
19 min
·
Cumberland Road
6
Continue on KY 699
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Cumberland Road
7
Turn straight onto KY 699
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridge Road
8
Turn left onto KY 463
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Cumberland Road
9
Arrive at destination
KY 463
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 15 / Whitesburg Road
At end of road, turn left onto KY 15 / Whitesburg Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
KY 7 / Ken Mount Road
Turn right onto KY 7 / Ken Mount Road
Navigation decision point
3
24.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
KY 463 / Cumberland Road
Turn left onto KY 463 / Cumberland Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.67 one way
$9.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.13 | $10.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.75 | $11.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Tilford, KY
Late night in Tilford on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
6 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
46m 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?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating numerous turns and curves rather than cruising on high-speed highways, as indicated by its 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.2 miles along Cumberland Road. As you travel, you'll likely experience a more intimate connection with the local landscape, with frequent changes in direction shaping the driving experience. It's a drive that keeps you engaged with the road.
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.
Longest single stretch: 22.2 mi on Cumberland Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Vicco, KY to Tilford, KY is easy. At 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (KY 15 / Whitesburg Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles (KY 7 / Ken Mount Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 29.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m 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
The longest stretch is about 22.2 miles on Cumberland Road. 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: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (KY 15 / Whitesburg Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles (KY 7 / Ken Mount Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tilford, 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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