Eastern Kentucky University

The closest major airport is Blue Grass Airport, also known as LEX or KLEX, located in Lexington, KY, at a distance of 26 miles from the city center of Richmond, KY.

Did you know?

The driving distance between Lexington and Richmond can be made in approximately 30 minutes, the cost of the fuel being of about $5 for a round trip.

Getting around in Richmond, KY

The people in Richmond City rely on their own car when it comes to travel inside, and especially outside Richmond. Previous travelers, as well as the locals, advise future visitors to strongly consider driving their own car to get around in Richmond or to rent one, because the bus service is not very efficient here. However, Greyhound provides connecting routes from Richmond to Lexington and vice versa, twice a day. The taxi services available in the city are not usually the first choice of either travelers or locals, due to the fact that are pretty expensive. The majority of the college students ride their bikes to find their way around in the city, which is not a great option, considering that there are 2 big bypasses and a lot of traffic in Richmond, especially during rush hour. If you're not in a hurry and do not have to travel far from your hotel in Richmond, walking may be the best idea. This way you won't miss any of the great, small, stores or the hidden bars, restaurants or pubs that the city has to offer.

How to get to Eastern Kentucky University?

Easy! Just follow the driving directions listed below!

From Lexington, KY: Take I-75 South and drive for about 22 miles to Richmond. Take the Exit 87th, which is the 2nd Richmond Exit, and turn left. Drive on the interstate heading East on the Eastern ByPass for 1 mile, and you will be able to se the EKU campus, which will be located on your left.