Origin
Cumberland, KY
Late night in Cumberland on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cumberland, KY to Nevada, 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 13m
Distance
161.8 mi
260 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 2m
★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 37m
10 AM
3h 22m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 23m
5 PM
3h 36m
8 PM
3h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cumberland, KY
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Nevada, KY
Stephan Müller
Trip Overview
This straightforward 161.8-mile drive from Cumberland to Nevada, Kentucky, can be completed in about 3 hours and 13 minutes, making it a perfect single-day road trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $25, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The route is primarily focused on highways, offering a consistent driving experience. Since you'll be traveling within the Southeast region of Kentucky, you won't encounter significant regional shifts. This trip is ideal for a single day, allowing you to set off and arrive without needing an overnight stay.
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
80.9 miles from Cumberland, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 119 | 49.7 mi | 56m |
| US 25E | 34.4 mi | 42m |
| I 75 | 29.5 mi | 31m |
| Crab Orchard Road | 29 mi | 33m |
| South Danville Bypass | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Perryville Road | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Quirks Run Road | 3.9 mi | 9m |
| South Daniel Boone Trail | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 119
— 49.7 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cumberland, KY and Nevada, KY.
1
Start on KY 1254
88 ft
·
1 sec
·
Kingdom Come Drive
2
Turn right onto KY 160
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on KY 2179
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Main Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto KY 2179
462 ft
·
12 sec
·
Frazier Street
5
Turn right onto US 119
21 mi
·
23 min
·
US 119
6
Turn right onto US 119
29 mi
·
32 min
·
US 119
7
At end of road, turn right onto US 25E
34 mi
·
42 min
·
US 25E
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 75 North: Lexington
9
Merge onto I 75
30 mi
·
31 min
·
I 75
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
11
Keep slight left at fork
178 ft
·
5 sec
12
Turn left onto US 25
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Daniel Boone Trail
13
Continue on US 150
29 mi
·
33 min
·
Crab Orchard Road
14
Continue on US 150
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Stanford Road
15
Turn straight onto US 150 Bypass
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Danville Bypass
16
Turn left onto US 150; KY 52
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Perryville Road
17
Turn right onto KY 1822
3.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Quirks Run Road
18
Turn straight onto US 68
365 ft
·
11 sec
·
Perryville Road
19
Turn left onto Bugg Road
7 ft
·
0 sec
·
Bugg Road
20
Arrive at destination
Bugg Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 13-minute duration, this trip is best tackled as a single-day excursion. You can depart in the morning and be at your destination with plenty of daylight left. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $25, flexibility is key – feel free to make spontaneous breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 49.7-mile stretch on US 119, to ensure you have enough to reach your next service opportunity.
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 80.9 miles from Cumberland, KY, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.7 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 36 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.9 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 Nevada, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cumberland, 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 Cumberland, KY
This is one driving day of about 161.8 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Cumberland, 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 US 119 for about 49.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.9 miles from Cumberland, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 161.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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KY 160 / Main Street
Turn right onto KY 160 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 2179 / Frazier Street
At end of road, turn left onto KY 2179 / Frazier Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
114.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
5
114.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
161.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
|
Bugg Road
Turn left onto Bugg Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.30 one way
$50.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.77 | $55.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.14 | $62.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.72 | $71.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 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 | 48.5 | 0 | $16.99 | $7.77 |
| Efficient EV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.16 | $6.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.7 | 0 | $22.65 | $10.36 |
Gas CO2
57 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.
Destination
Nevada, KY
Late night in Nevada on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 13m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for 70% of this 161.8-mile journey, predominantly on US 119, US 25E, and I-75. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 49.7 miles on US 119, providing a solid period of consistent travel. While much of the route is on higher-speed roads, there will be transitions between these major arteries. The drive offers a practical, efficient way to cover ground, with less emphasis on winding scenic byways and more on direct travel.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.7 mi on US 119.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 119 and US 25E. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KY 160 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 13m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KY 160 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (KY 2179 / Frazier Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 114.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Cumberland, KY to Nevada, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Livingston along the way.
Livingston
114.5 mi in
|
~2h 12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 161.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.7 miles on US 119. 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: near the start (KY 160 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (KY 2179 / Frazier Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 114.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Nevada, 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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