Origin
Falmouth, KY
Morning in Falmouth on Sunday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Falmouth, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
49.6 mi
80 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Falmouth, KY
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Lexington-Fayette, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Falmouth to Lexington-Fayette, you are in for a straightforward 49.6-mile trek through the heart of Kentucky. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate via a combination of local routes, including Falmouth Road and Russell Cave Road, before merging onto U.S. Highway 27 South. With a fuel budget of just $8, it is an incredibly economical way to traverse the Southeast region. Because the duration is quite short, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or complex pacing. This route serves as a reliable, direct connection between these two Kentucky communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Cave Road | 19.8 mi | 29m |
| Falmouth Road | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| U.S. Highway 27 South | 7 mi | 9m |
| US 27 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Leesburg Pike | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| West New Circle Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Floyd Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Russell Cave Road
— 19.8 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Falmouth, KY and Lexington-Fayette, KY.
1
Start on KY 22
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 27
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
U.S. Highway 27 South
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 27
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Falmouth Road
4
Turn right onto US 27; US 62
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 27; US 62
Use the right lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto US 62
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
Leesburg Pike
Toward US 62 West: Georgetown
6
Continue on US 62
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Leesburg Pike
Toward US 62 West: Georgetown
7
Turn left
270 ft
·
12 sec
8
Continue on KY 353
20 mi
·
29 min
·
Russell Cave Road
9
Turn left onto KY 4
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West New Circle Road
10
Turn right onto Floyd Drive
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Floyd Drive
11
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Falmouth, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 49.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 27 / U.S. Highway 27 South
At end of road, turn left onto US 27 / U.S. Highway 27 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
20.7 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
US 27; US 62
Turn right onto US 27; US 62
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
24.2 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 62 / Leesburg Pike
Enter roundabout onto US 62 / Leesburg Pike toward US 62 West: Georgetown
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 62 West: Georgetown
4
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
Floyd Drive
Turn right onto Floyd Drive
Navigation decision point
4
49.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.75 one way
$15.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.51 | $17.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.55 | $19.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Morning in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Sunny
SW 6 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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
31 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
1h 12m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy, local-focused experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind. Only 21% of this journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on winding, non-highway roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 19.8-mile segment on Russell Cave Road, which dictates the flow of the trip. As you move away from Falmouth, the road demands your attention with its technical nature and frequent turns. By the time you reach the final approach into Lexington, you will have navigated a variety of road types that keep the driving experience engaging and dynamic.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.8 mi on Russell Cave Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 27 / U.S. Highway 27 South.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Falmouth, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is easy. At 1h 12m with 21% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 27 / U.S. Highway 27 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (US 27; US 62): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.2 miles (US 62 / Leesburg Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 49.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.8 miles on Russell Cave Road. 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 0.9 miles (US 27 / U.S. Highway 27 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (US 27; US 62): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.2 miles (US 62 / Leesburg Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lexington-Fayette, KY before heading back.
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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