Frankfort, Kentucky to Portsmouth, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Frankfort, Kentucky from Portsmouth, Ohio?

The distance from Frankfort, Kentucky to Portsmouth, Ohio is 107.9 miles (173.6 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, Ohio is located ENE of Frankfort, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 134.8 miles, taking about 2h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Frankfort, Kentucky in Kentucky and Portsmouth, Ohio in Ohio.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Frankfort, Kentucky and Portsmouth, Ohio. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.