Origin
Georgetown, KY
Late night in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Georgetown, KY to Jeffersontown, 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 10m
Distance
61 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, KY
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Jeffersontown, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel the 61 miles between Georgetown and Jeffersontown, expect a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single day, as the short duration makes an overnight stay unnecessary. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, it is an economical route for a quick commute or visit. You will remain within the Southeast region for the entirety of the trip, crossing through the heart of Kentucky. Because the route is compact and efficient, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to complete the drive easily without needing to plan for significant rest stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 49.6 mi | 53m |
| Paynes Depot Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Taylorsville Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Frankfort Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Neal Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Court Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 49.6 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Jeffersontown, KY.
1
Start on South Court Street
35 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Court Street
2
Turn left onto US 460
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on US 460
390 ft
·
11 sec
·
Frankfort Road
4
Turn left onto Paynes Depot Road
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Paynes Depot Road
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
6
Merge onto I 64
50 mi
·
53 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
8
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 23
Toward KY 155: Taylorsville, Jeffersontown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
350 ft
·
8 sec
Toward Jeffersontown
Use the right lane.
11
Turn slight right onto KY 155
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Taylorsville Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto Neal Drive
232 ft
·
15 sec
·
Neal Drive
13
Turn left
37 ft
·
2 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.5 miles from Georgetown, 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 5.5 and 57.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
55.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyde...
5
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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 / right lanes.
8
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward KY 155: Taylorsville, Jeffersontown
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 23
Toward KY 155: Taylorsville, Jeffersontown
8
57.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Jeffersontown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Jeffersontown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.54 one way
$19.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.47 | $20.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.47 | $26.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.54 | $3.90 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Jeffersontown, KY
Late night in Jeffersontown on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
3 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 10m 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 highway-focused drive relies heavily on I-64, which accounts for 85% of your total travel time. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the interstate, including a significant 49.6-mile stretch that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. After navigating the initial segments on Paynes Depot Road, you will settle into a steady rhythm on the highway. Transitions between the local roads and the main interstate are the primary changes you will encounter behind the wheel. The experience is best characterized as a functional and direct transit rather than a winding backroads adventure.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.6 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Paynes Depot Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near I 64.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.4 miles (I 265; KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 61 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.6 miles on I 64. 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 Jeffersontown, 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: at 5.5 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.4 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 Jeffersontown, 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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