If you are planning a journey from Coal Run Village to Ironville, you are looking at a 96.9-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via North Mayo Trail, Winchester Avenue, and 13th Street, keeping your travel expenses lean with an estimated fuel cost of just $15. Since both your start and end points are located within the Southeast region of Kentucky, the drive feels like a consistent local transit rather than a cross-country haul. It is a straightforward, no-nonsense path that is easy to manage in one go without the need for scheduled stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Coal Run Village, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Mayo Trail
85.6 mi
1h 38m
Winchester Avenue
3.7 mi
4m
13th Street
2.1 mi
3m
Walnut Street
1.2 mi
1m
Louisa Street
1.1 mi
1m
Center Street
0.8 mi
<1m
West Donta Road
0.6 mi
1m
Roberts Drive
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
North Mayo Trail
— 85.6 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Run Village, KY and Ironville, KY.
1
Start on Leslie Drive
240 ft·16 sec·Leslie Drive
2
Turn left onto Combs Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·Combs Drive
3
Turn right onto US 23; US 460; KY 80
0.5 mi·42 sec·North Mayo Trail
4
Continue on US 23; US 460; KY 80
85 mi·1 hr 37 min·North Mayo Trail
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 23
1.1 mi·1 min·Louisa Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 23; US 60
1.2 mi·1 min·Walnut Street
7
Continue on US 23; US 60
0.8 mi·58 sec·Center Street
8
Continue on US 23; US 60
3.6 mi·4 min·Winchester Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto 14th Street
375 ft·16 sec·14th Street
10
Enter roundabout onto Winchester Avenue
14 ft·0 sec·Winchester Avenue
11
Continue on Winchester Avenue
0.1 mi·21 sec·Winchester Avenue
12
Turn left onto US 60
0.5 mi·52 sec·Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn slight right onto US 60
2.1 mi·3 min·13th Street
14
Turn right onto KY 1134
0.3 mi·52 sec·Winslow Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto KY 1134
0.5 mi·1 min·Roberts Drive
16
Keep slight right at fork onto West Donta Road
0.6 mi·1 min·West Donta Road
17
Turn right onto Pine Street
157 ft·8 sec·Pine Street
18
Turn right onto Brett Street
524 ft·22 sec·Brett Street
19
Continue on Tiffany Drive
382 ft·16 sec·Tiffany Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Tiffany Drive
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. While you could technically make the drive in under two hours without stopping, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of these local roads can be more taxing than highway driving. Budgeting $15 for fuel should cover your needs, but it is always wise to fill up before leaving Coal Run Village to avoid unnecessary detours. Since you are navigating local streets like Winchester Avenue and 13th Street, pay close attention to changing speed limits as you transition between different zones. Use the lack of mandatory stops to your advantage, allowing you to reach Ironville quickly and efficiently.
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 48.5 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.6 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 21 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 56m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ironville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coal Run Village, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coal Run Village, KY
This is one driving day of about 96.9 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Coal Run Village, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Mayo Trail for about 85.6 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 96.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Combs Drive
Turn left onto Combs Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail
Turn right onto US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail
Navigation decision point
5
92.6 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|Winchester Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Winchester Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
92.7 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|US 60 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto US 60 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
96.7 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|Brett Street
Turn right onto Brett Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.15 one way
$30.30 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$16.63
$33.27
premium
$4.89
$18.65
$37.30
diesel
$5.61
$21.39
$42.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.1
0
$10.17
$4.65
Efficient EV
24.2
0
$8.48
$3.88
EV Truck/SUV
38.8
0
$13.57
$6.20
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Coal Run Village, KY
Morning
in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Ironville, KY
Morning
in Ironville on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
29 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
1h 56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the North Mayo Trail, which accounts for a 85.6-mile stretch of the journey. Because the road is entirely composed of local thoroughfares, you should be prepared for a more engaged driving experience that requires your full attention. The road's personality is defined by its constant navigation through local corridors, making it a tactile contrast to the high-speed, repetitive nature of typical interstate travel. You will find that the rhythm of the drive remains steady throughout the entire 96.9-mile transit.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.6 mi on North Mayo Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Combs Drive.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail): Navigation decision point; at 92.6 miles (Winchester Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 96.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85.6 miles on North Mayo Trail. 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 (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail): Navigation decision point; at 92.6 miles (Winchester Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ironville, KY before heading back.
