Origin
Flemingsburg, KY
Morning in Flemingsburg on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flemingsburg, 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
1h 36m
Distance
78.6 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flemingsburg, KY
Esteban Carriazo
Ironville, KY
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Trip Overview
Flemingsburg to Ironville is 78.6 miles and takes about 1h 36m via I 64 and KY 32, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip entirely within Kentucky, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Given the short duration and the direct nature of the main roads, this route is ideal for a quick day trip or as a segment of a larger journey. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, making for an efficient drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.3 miles from Flemingsburg, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 43.3 mi | 46m |
| KY 32 | 23.4 mi | 28m |
| 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 |
| KY 11 Business | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Roberts Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 43.3 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flemingsburg, KY and Ironville, KY.
1
Start on KY 11 Business; KY 559
53 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Water Street
2
Turn right onto KY 32 Business
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Main Cross Street
3
Turn slight left onto Clark Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Clark Street
4
Turn right onto KY 11 Business
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
KY 11 Business
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto KY 32
23 mi
·
28 min
·
KY 32
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
7
Merge onto I 64
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 64
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 181
Toward US 60
9
Turn left onto US 60
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
US 60
10
Turn left onto US 60
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US Route 60
11
Continue on US 60
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
13th Street
12
Turn left onto KY 766
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bob McCullough Drive
13
At end of road, turn right onto KY 766
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Roberts Drive
14
Turn sharp left onto KY 766
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Donta Road
15
Turn right onto Pine Street
157 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pine Street
16
Turn right onto Brett Street
524 ft
·
22 sec
·
Brett Street
17
Continue on Tiffany Drive
382 ft
·
16 sec
·
Tiffany Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Tiffany Drive
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just under 2 hours, this is a route where flexibility is key. You can easily depart anytime, as there's no need to break this trip into multiple days. The fuel cost is estimated at a low $12, so filling up before you leave Flemingsburg should be more than sufficient. Since there are no designated stops in the data, consider a brief pause at a rest area along I 64 if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though, as the longest stretch on I 64 is quite substantial at 43.3 miles.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.3 miles from Flemingsburg, KY, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.3 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.3 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ironville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Flemingsburg, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Flemingsburg, KY
This is one driving day of about 78.6 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Flemingsburg, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 43.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.3 miles from Flemingsburg, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 78.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 32 Business / South Main Cross Street
Turn right onto KY 32 Business / South Main Cross Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 11 Business
Turn right onto KY 11 Business
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
24.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
67.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 60
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 181
Toward US 60
5
78.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
|
Brett Street
Turn right onto Brett Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.29 one way
$24.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.49 | $26.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.13 | $30.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.35 | $34.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
| Efficient EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.88 | $3.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.4 | 0 | $11.00 | $5.03 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Morning in Ironville on Sunday
Local time
6:19 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
1 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
1h 36m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience, with 96% of this route utilizing major roadways like I 64 and US Route 60. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 43.3 miles on I 64, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the journey. While the primary focus is highway driving, you'll also encounter segments on KY 32. This mix means you'll experience efficient travel for the bulk of the trip, punctuated by some two-lane highway driving as you approach your destination.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.3 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and KY 32. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KY 32 Business / South Main Cross 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 1h 36m 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: near the start (KY 32 Business / South Main Cross Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (KY 11 Business): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 78.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.3 miles on I 64. 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: near the start (KY 32 Business / South Main Cross Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (KY 11 Business): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ironville, 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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