Origin
Fern Creek, KY
Late night in Fern Creek on Sunday
Local time
5:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fern Creek, KY to Radcliff, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
39.5 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fern Creek, KY
Lukas Hartmann
Radcliff, KY
Vietnam Hidden Light
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Fern Creek to Radcliff, you are looking at a manageable 39.5-mile journey that typically takes about 50 minutes. Because of its short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stay. You will travel entirely on local roads, including Fern Creek Road, Jefferson Street, and Bardstown Road, meaning you won't spend any time on major highways. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is an economical trip that fits easily into a weekend schedule. Both locations are situated within the Southeast region of Kentucky, ensuring a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. This straightforward drive is ideal for those who prefer avoiding interstate traffic in favor of a more direct, local path.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dixie Highway | 18.9 mi | 24m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| North Dixie Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Bardstown Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Elm Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Fern Creek Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dixie Highway
— 18.9 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fern Creek, KY and Radcliff, KY.
1
Start on Fern Creek Road
92 ft
·
9 sec
·
Fern Creek Road
2
Continue on Fern Creek Road
155 ft
·
7 sec
·
Fern Creek Road
3
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Jefferson Street
4
Turn left onto US 31E; US 150
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bardstown Road
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 265, KY 841: Gene Snyder Freeway
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 265 West, KY 841 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 1
Toward US 31W, US 60: Fort Knox, Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
204 ft
·
11 sec
Toward Fort Knox, Patton Museum
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto US 31W; US 60
19 mi
·
24 min
·
Dixie Highway
11
Continue on US 31W
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dixie Boulevard
12
Turn right onto Elm Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Road
13
Arrive at destination
Elm Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Fern Creek, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 18.7 — 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
|
Jefferson Street
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
9
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 265 West, KY 841 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 265 West, KY 841 West
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 265; KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway
Merge onto I 265; KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
18.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward US 31W, US 60: Fort Knox, Louisville
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 1
Toward US 31W, US 60: Fort Knox, Louisville
9
18.7 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Fort Knox, Patton Museum
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Fort Knox, Patton Museum
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.18 one way
$12.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Radcliff, KY
Late night in Radcliff on Sunday
Local time
5:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
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
20 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
50m 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 turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Since this route involves zero highway miles, you will navigate through local infrastructure rather than cruising at high speeds. The journey maintains a consistent pace as you transition between Fern Creek Road, Jefferson Street, and Bardstown Road, requiring you to stay alert for frequent turns. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches, the drive feels active and constantly changing rather than monotonous. You should anticipate a hands-on experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network for the duration of your 50-minute trip.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.9 mi on Dixie Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Jefferson Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 39.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (I 265; KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Fern Creek, KY and Radcliff, KY, road signs point toward Louisville, Fort Knox and Patton Museum.
Louisville
18.4 mi in
|
~23m
Fort Knox
18.7 mi in
|
~23m
Patton Museum
18.7 mi in
|
~23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 39.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.9 miles on Dixie Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Radcliff, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 (Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (I 265; KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Radcliff, 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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