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Trip from Crittenden, 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 7m

Distance

166.2 mi

267 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 56m ★
6 AM
3h 7m
8 AM
3h 30m
10 AM
3h 15m
12 PM
3h 13m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 29m
8 PM
3h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Grant and Kenton counties in the U.S. state of Kentucky

Crittenden, KY

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village and civil parish in Amber Valley district, Derbyshire, England, UK

Ironville, KY

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Trip Overview

Crittenden, KY to Ironville, KY is 166.2 miles and takes about 3h 7m via I 64, I 75, and US Route 60, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Kentucky, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. With 98% of the drive on highways, expect a straightforward journey focused on covering distance efficiently. This route is best suited for those prioritizing a quick and direct transit between these two points, rather than a leisurely exploration. Plan for a single day of travel, as the short duration allows for a relaxed pace.

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

83.1 miles from Crittenden, KY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 64 100.2 mi 1h 48m
I 75 54.4 mi 58m
US Route 60 4.6 mi 7m
US 60 4 mi 6m
West Donta Road 0.6 mi 1m
Bob McCullough Drive 0.5 mi 1m
Violet Road 0.3 mi <1m
Roberts Drive 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 64 — 100.2 mi, about 1h 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Crittenden, KY and Ironville, KY.

1

Start on US 25; KY 491

0.2 mi · 21 sec · South Main Street
2

Turn left onto KY 491

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Violet Road
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 75 South: Lexington Use the left lane.
4

Merge onto I 75

54 mi · 58 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit onto I 64

17 mi · 18 min · I 64
Exit 111 Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland Use the slight left / straight lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 64

84 mi · 1 hr 29 min · I 64
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Exit 181 Toward US 60
8

Turn left onto US 60

4.0 mi · 6 min · US 60
9

Turn left onto US 60

4.6 mi · 7 min · US Route 60
10

Continue on US 60

0.3 mi · 28 sec · 13th Street
11

Turn left onto KY 766

0.5 mi · 1 min · Bob McCullough Drive
12

At end of road, turn right onto KY 766

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Roberts Drive
13

Turn sharp left onto KY 766

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Donta Road
14

Turn right onto Pine Street

157 ft · 8 sec · Pine Street
15

Turn right onto Brett Street

524 ft · 22 sec · Brett Street
16

Continue on Tiffany Drive

382 ft · 16 sec · Tiffany Drive
17

Arrive at destination

Tiffany Drive

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short drive time of just over 3 hours, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure. Leaving in the morning allows ample time for the drive and any brief stops you might need. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 100.2 miles on I 64, as services can sometimes be spread out on interstate segments. The total fuel cost is estimated at $26, so factor that into your budget.

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 83.1 miles from Crittenden, KY, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.2 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 37 miles or 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 83.1 miles or 1h 31m 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 28m

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 Crittenden, 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 Crittenden, KY

This is one driving day of about 166.2 miles and 3h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Crittenden, 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 I 64 for about 100.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Bath County, Kentucky

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Owingsville, KY

83 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

Cynthiana, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Owingsville, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 83.1 miles from Crittenden, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

The Hall on Main Coffee & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Winchester, Kentucky

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 71.2

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18593105185

M & J Cafe and Food Truck

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ashland, Kentucky

2.9 mi

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ashland, Kentucky

2.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Hub Coffee Co.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mt Sterling, Kentucky

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 83.1

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18595850406

Woodhouse Coffee Company

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Winchester, Kentucky

1.1 mi

The Hub Coffee Co.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mt Sterling, Kentucky

1.9 mi

The Hall on Main Coffee & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 71.2

Winchester, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18593105185

M & J Cafe and Food Truck

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 166.2

Ashland, Kentucky

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16063270001

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 166.2

Ashland, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16063931138

Visit website

Speedy Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv mile 142.4

Grayson, Kentucky

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16064744419

Visit website

Sweet Caroline's Cafe

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 166.2

Ashland, Kentucky

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+16064087467

Visit website

The Hub Coffee Co.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 83.1

Mt Sterling, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18595850406

Woodhouse Coffee Company

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 71.2

Winchester, Kentucky

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18599793377

The Hub Coffee Co.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 83.1

Mt Sterling, Kentucky

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

The Highlands Museum & Discovery Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 166.2

Ashland, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16063298888

Visit website

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 0.5 and 166 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Lexington

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 75 South: Lexington
5
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in | I 75

Merge onto I 75

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
55.2 mi into trip | ~1h in | I 64

Take the exit onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 111 Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
5
155.4 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in

Take the exit toward US 60

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 181 Toward US 60
5
166 mi into trip | ~3h 6m in | Brett Street

Turn right onto Brett Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.98 one way

$51.97 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $28.53 $57.06
premium $4.89 $31.98 $63.97
diesel $5.61 $36.69 $73.39

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 49.9 0 $17.45 $7.98
Efficient EV 41.6 0 $14.54 $6.65
EV Truck/SUV 66.5 0 $23.27 $10.64

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Crittenden, KY

Late night in Crittenden on Sunday

Local time

5:54 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ironville, KY

Late night in Ironville on Sunday

Local time

5:54 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

4 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 7m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the 166.2 miles covered on major interstates and highways. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including a segment of 100.2 miles on I 64 where you can settle into a rhythm. The primary roads, I 64, I 75, and US Route 60, are designed for efficient travel. The character of this drive is one of steady progress, minimizing stops and maximizing forward momentum on well-maintained roadways.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.2 mi on I 64.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 75. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 7m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (I 64): 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.

On the drive from Crittenden, KY to Ironville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Ashland along the way.

Ashland

55.2 mi in | ~1h | via I 64

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 7m. Total distance: 166.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 100.2 miles on I 64. 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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (I 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 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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