Cloverport, KY to Louisville, KY is 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 36m via US 60, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and within Kentucky, offering a straightforward drive. It's a route that's primarily highway-focused, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a relatively quick journey between these two points. Consider this a practical option for a single-day trip, easily manageable without an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.6 miles from Cloverport, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 60
67 mi
1h 24m
7th Street Road
2.6 mi
5m
South 9th Street
1.2 mi
1m
South 7th Street
0.9 mi
1m
Elm Street
0.6 mi
1m
Roy Wilkins Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
West Liberty Street
0.4 mi
<1m
5th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 60
— 67 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cloverport, KY and Louisville, KY.
1
Start on Poplar Street
315 ft·19 sec·Poplar Street
2
Turn left onto 5th Street
451 ft·21 sec·5th Street
3
Turn right onto KY 105
0.6 mi·1 min·Elm Street
4
Turn left onto US 60; KY 144
12 mi·13 min·US 60; KY 144
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 60; KY 259
2.8 mi·3 min·US 60; KY 259
6
Continue on US 60; KY 79
52 mi·1 hr 6 min·US 60; KY 79
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn slight right onto US 60 Alternate
0.6 mi·1 min·7th Street Road
8
Continue on KY 1931
2.0 mi·3 min·7th Street Road
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on South 7th Street
0.9 mi·1 min·South 7th Street
10
Continue on South 9th Street
1.2 mi·1 min·South 9th Street
11
Continue on Roy Wilkins Avenue
0.5 mi·46 sec·Roy Wilkins Avenue
12
Turn right onto West Liberty Street
0.4 mi·53 sec·West Liberty Street
13
Turn left onto South 5th Street
283 ft·15 sec·South 5th Street
14
Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
221 ft·7 sec·West Jefferson Street
15
Arrive at destination
West Jefferson Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 36m duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility for your departure time. You won't need to worry about splitting this into multiple driving segments, but be aware of the longest stretch of 67 miles on US 60, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you embark on that longer section. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical trip. Aim to leave when you feel most alert, as the drive is relatively brief and direct.
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 36.6 miles from Cloverport, KY, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67 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 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 46m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Louisville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cloverport, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cloverport, KY
This is one driving day of about 73.2 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Cloverport, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 60 for about 67 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 73.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|5th Street
Turn left onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|KY 105 / Elm Street
Turn right onto KY 105 / Elm Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|US 60; KY 144
Turn left onto US 60; KY 144
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
73.2 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|South 5th Street
Turn left onto South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
73.2 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|West Jefferson Street
Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.44 one way
$22.89 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$12.57
$25.13
premium
$4.89
$14.09
$28.17
diesel
$5.61
$16.16
$32.32
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22
0
$7.69
$3.51
Efficient EV
18.3
0
$6.41
$2.93
EV Truck/SUV
29.3
0
$10.25
$4.68
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Cloverport, KY
Late night
in Cloverport on Sunday
Local time
5:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Louisville, KY
Morning
in Louisville on Sunday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 36m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
Free
near mile 45.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 91% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 67 miles along US 60, which should provide a consistent driving pace. The majority of your journey will be on these faster roads, characterized by US 60, 7th Street Road, and South 9th Street. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes forward momentum rather than winding scenic detours.
91% 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: 67 mi on US 60.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 60 and 7th Street Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 5th Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cloverport, KY to Louisville, KY is easy. At 1h 36m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (KY 105 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 60; KY 144): Lane positioning matters here.
Louisville, the largest city in Kentucky, is known for the Kentucky Derby horserace and as the "gateway to the south" from southern Indiana. It's a lively mid-sized city with an excellent dining scene, ample opportunities for bourbon tasting, and interesting public art. Louisville is also the namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball — the Louisville Slugger.
The longest stretch is about 67 miles on US 60. 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: at 0.1 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (KY 105 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 60; KY 144): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Louisville, KY before heading back.
