Origin
Crescent Springs, KY
Afternoon in Crescent Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crescent Springs, KY to Ironville, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
154.4 mi
249 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 15m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crescent Springs, KY
Tom Fisk
Ironville, KY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Embark on a 154.4-mile journey from Crescent Springs, KY, to Ironville, KY, a trip that will take approximately 3 hours and 9 minutes. This drive is best suited as a single-day adventure, with a projected fuel cost of around $24. You'll primarily be navigating the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway and US 52. The route offers a change of pace from the typical highway experience, characterized by numerous turns. Since both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.2 miles from Crescent Springs, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway | 75 mi | 1h 32m |
| US 52 | 23.5 mi | 25m |
| Southern Ohio Veterans Memorial Highway | 16.5 mi | 17m |
| US 23 | 10.5 mi | 13m |
| Ronald Reagan Highway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Circle Freeway | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| 13th Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| I 71 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
— 75 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crescent Springs, KY and Ironville, KY.
1
Start on Western Reserve Road
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Western Reserve Road
2
Turn left onto KY 2373
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Anderson Road
3
Turn right onto KY 371
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Buttermilk Pike
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 71 South, I 75 South
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 71; I 75
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 71; I 75
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 185
Toward I 275 East, I 275 West: Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 275 East
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Merge onto I 275
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Ronald Reagan Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 275
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Circle Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 63A-B
Toward SR 32: Newtown, Eastgate Boulevard, Batavia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 63A
Toward SR 32 West: Eastgate Boulevard, Newtown
Use the slight left lane.
12
Turn right onto SR 32
75 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
Toward Eastgate Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
14
Merge onto US 23
10 mi
·
13 min
·
US 23
15
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 823 South: Ironton
16
Continue on SR 823
17 mi
·
17 min
·
Southern Ohio Veterans Memorial Highway
17
Merge onto US 52
23 mi
·
25 min
·
US 52
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
19
Continue on Ben Williamson Memorial Bridge
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
·
Ben Williamson Memorial Bridge
20
Continue on Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn slight right onto US 60
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
13th Street
22
Turn right onto KY 1134
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Winslow Road
23
At end of road, turn left onto KY 1134
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Roberts Drive
24
Keep slight right at fork onto West Donta Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Donta Road
25
Turn right onto Pine Street
157 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pine Street
26
Turn right onto Brett Street
524 ft
·
22 sec
·
Brett Street
27
Continue on Tiffany Drive
382 ft
·
16 sec
·
Tiffany Drive
28
Arrive at destination
Tiffany Drive
Trip Plan
For this 1-day drive covering 154.4 miles, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure. With a duration of just over 3 hours and one recommended stop, planning is straightforward. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $24. A practical tip for this 'turn-heavy' route is to utilize your GPS or navigation app diligently; the frequent turns mean you'll want to be sure you're on the correct path, especially during the 75-mile stretch on the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway, to avoid unexpected detours.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.2 miles from Crescent Springs, KY, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75 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 34 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.2 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 34m
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 Crescent Springs, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crescent Springs, KY
This is one driving day of about 154.4 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Crescent Springs, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway for about 75 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.2 miles from Crescent Springs, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 22.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
KY 371 / Buttermilk Pike
Turn right onto KY 371 / Buttermilk Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 South, I 75 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 71 South, I 75 South
8
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 275 East, I 275 West: Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 185
Toward I 275 East, I 275 West: Airport
8
22.5 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward SR 32: Newtown, Eastgate Boulevard, Batavia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 63A-B
Toward SR 32: Newtown, Eastgate Boulevard, Bata...
9
22.8 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 32 West: Eastgate Boulevard, Newtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 63A
Toward SR 32 West: Eastgate Boulevard, Newtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.14 one way
$48.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.50 | $53.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.71 | $59.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.09 | $68.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.21 | $7.41 |
| Efficient EV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.51 | $6.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.8 | 0 | $21.62 | $9.88 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Ironville, KY
Afternoon in Ironville on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Jasper, OH
77 mi in
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
2 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
3h 9m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 154.4-mile route is described as a 'turn-heavy local drive.' While 29% of the journey involves highway travel, don't expect long stretches of uninterrupted driving. The longest continuous segment you'll encounter is 75 miles on the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. The character of the drive suggests frequent changes in direction and potentially slower speeds as you navigate local roads, making it an engaging experience for those who enjoy an active driving route rather than a straight shot.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75 mi on James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near KY 371 / Buttermilk Pike.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 154.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (KY 371 / Buttermilk Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Crescent Springs, KY and Ironville, KY, road signs point toward Batavia and Newtown.
Batavia
22.5 mi in
|
~28m
Newtown
22.8 mi in
|
~28m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 9m. Total distance: 154.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75 miles on James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Ironville, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (KY 371 / Buttermilk Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Ironville, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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