Walton, KY Road Trips
With 6 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Walton, KY works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. Most drives stay under 135 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Walton, KY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
250.8 mi
Hopkinsville, KY
Quickest Drive
1h 31m
Nicholasville, KY
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Trips from Walton, KY
Driving from Walton, KY
Expect an average of 135 miles and about 2h 35m behind the wheel when leaving Walton, KY. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 251 miles (4h 40m), while the shortest is just 74 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Walton, KY include Hopkinsville, KY (250.8 mi, 4h 40m), Owensboro, KY (189.3 mi, 3h 40m), Elizabethtown, KY (125.2 mi, 2h 25m), Richmond, KY (86.1 mi, 1h 37m), and Louisville, KY (82.6 mi, 1h 36m). 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 135-mile trip from Walton, KY, budget about $20 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Walton, KY and 0 routes heading into Walton, KY, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 74 to 251 miles.
The longest mapped route from Walton, KY covers 251 miles and takes approximately 4h 40m. Shorter options start at just 74 miles.
The average route from Walton, KY runs about 135 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 35m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 135-mile trip from Walton, KY costs roughly $20 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Walton, KY include Hopkinsville, KY, Owensboro, KY, Elizabethtown, KY and Richmond, KY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Walton, KY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
5,513
Median Income
$76,375
Median Home Value
$226,200
Median Age
33.2
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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