Greensburg, KY to Ironville, KY is 209.6 miles and takes about 4h 3m via I 64 and Bluegrass Parkway, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Kentucky, traversing the Southeast region. It's primarily a highway drive, making it a straightforward trip if you're looking to cover ground efficiently. Consider this route for a quick connection between these two points, especially if you prefer a less complex navigation experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
104.8 miles from Greensburg, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
101.8 mi
1h 50m
Bluegrass Parkway
29.4 mi
31m
Triple 5 Highway
14.6 mi
16m
Campbellsville Road
12.6 mi
14m
New Lebanon Road
6.1 mi
6m
New Circle Road
5.7 mi
8m
New Campbellsville Road
5.3 mi
6m
Versailles Road
4.6 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 101.8 mi, about 1h 50m
Traffic on I-64
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~645 veh/hr typical
· worst 968
Quietest
2 AM
~56 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greensburg, KY and Ironville, KY.
1
Start on North Depot Street
243 ft·16 sec·North Depot Street
2
Turn left onto East Hodgenville Avenue
0.2 mi·39 sec·East Hodgenville Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 68; KY 61; KY 70
0.2 mi·12 sec·North Main Street
4
Continue on US 68; KY 61; KY 70
9.5 mi·10 min·Campbellsville Road
5
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
0.8 mi·59 sec·West Broadway
6
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
1.7 mi·2 min·East Broadway Street
7
Continue on US 68; KY 55
6.1 mi·6 min·New Lebanon Road
8
Continue on US 68; KY 55
5.3 mi·6 min·New Campbellsville Road
9
Continue on US 68; KY 55
2.4 mi·2 min·Campbellsville Road
10
Continue on US 68; KY 55
1.0 mi·1 min·Jane Todd Crawford Trail
11
Continue on US 68; KY 55
0.7 mi·59 sec·Campbellsville Road
12
Turn left onto KY 2154
1.2 mi·1 min·Lebanon Bypass
13
Turn left
150 ft·2 sec
14
Keep slight right at fork
166 ft·2 sec
15
Turn straight onto KY 2154
1.1 mi·1 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
16
Turn slight right
185 ft·2 sec
17
Turn left
308 ft·4 sec
18
Turn straight onto KY 2154
0.8 mi·1 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
19
Turn left onto KY 55
2.8 mi·3 min·Springfield Road
20
Continue on KY 55
2.8 mi·3 min·Lebanon Road
21
Continue on KY 55
1.7 mi·1 min·Western Bypass
22
Enter roundabout onto KY 555
118 ft·2 sec·Triple 5 Highway
23
Continue on KY 555
0.9 mi·59 sec·Triple 5 Highway
24
Keep slight right at fork onto KY 555
0.6 mi·38 sec·Triple 5 Highway
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
110 ft·3 sec·US 150
26
Continue on KY 555
13 mi·14 min·Triple 5 Highway
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
28
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway
29 mi·31 min·Bluegrass Parkway
29
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward US 60 West: Frankfort
30
Turn right onto US 60
1.7 mi·2 min·Lexington Road
31
Continue on US 60
4.6 mi·6 min·Versailles Road
Use the left lane.
32
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward KY 4 North: New Circle Road
33
Merge onto KY 4
5.7 mi·8 min·New Circle Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Turn left onto US 27; US 68
1.0 mi·1 min·North Broadway
35
Turn left
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 South, I 64 East: Knoxville, Ashland
36
Merge onto I 64; I 75
1.6 mi·1 min·I 64; I 75
37
Take the exit onto I 64
17 mi·18 min·I 64
Exit 111Toward I 64 East: Winchester, AshlandUse the slight left / straight lanes.
38
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
84 mi·1 hr 29 min·I 64
39
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Exit 181Toward US 60
40
Turn left onto US 60
4.0 mi·6 min·US 60
41
Turn left onto US 60
4.6 mi·7 min·US Route 60
42
Continue on US 60
0.3 mi·28 sec·13th Street
43
Turn left onto KY 766
0.5 mi·1 min·Bob McCullough Drive
44
At end of road, turn right onto KY 766
0.3 mi·43 sec·Roberts Drive
45
Turn sharp left onto KY 766
0.6 mi·1 min·West Donta Road
46
Turn right onto Pine Street
157 ft·8 sec·Pine Street
47
Turn right onto Brett Street
524 ft·22 sec·Brett Street
48
Continue on Tiffany Drive
382 ft·16 sec·Tiffany Drive
49
Arrive at destination
Tiffany Drive
Trip Plan
This is a manageable one-day drive, so you can leave Greensburg, KY anytime that suits your schedule. Given the 4-hour estimated duration, you won't need to split this trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 101.8-mile stretch on I 64, as exits might be spaced out. The total fuel cost is estimated at $32. Since it's a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to make a brief stop if needed, but plan it strategically to avoid losing too much time.
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 104.8 miles from Greensburg, KY, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.8 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 46 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.8 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ironville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greensburg, 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 Greensburg, KY
This is one driving day of about 209.6 miles and 4h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Greensburg, 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 I 64 for about 101.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 27
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 98.6 — 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|East Hodgenville Avenue
Turn left onto East Hodgenville Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
29.1 mi into trip|~34m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
38.5 mi into trip|~44m in|KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway
Enter roundabout onto KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
96.5 mi into trip|~1h 53m in
Turn left toward I 75 South, I 64 East: Knoxville, Ashland
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, I 64 East: Knoxville, Ashlan...
8
98.6 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|I 64
Take the exit onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.95 one way
$61.91 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$34.17
$68.34
premium
$4.72
$38.92
$77.83
diesel
$4.80
$39.58
$79.15
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.9
0
$22.01
$10.06
Efficient EV
52.4
0
$18.34
$8.38
EV Truck/SUV
83.8
1
$29.34
$13.41
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Greensburg, KY
Late night
in Greensburg on Sunday
Local time
2:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 1 to 5 mph40% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 6:24PM EDT until July 18 at 9:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 10:43AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Destination
Ironville, KY
Late night
in Ironville on Sunday
Local time
3:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
W 2 to 6 mph75% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 6:24PM EDT until July 18 at 9:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 10:43AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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
4h 3m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Camp Nelson National Monument
National Monument
The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 86.7
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 21.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 67% of this 209.6-mile trip on highways. The longest continuous stretch on the highway is 101.8 miles on I 64. After this, expect the road to transition to surface streets, offering a different driving pace. You'll notice a significant amount of exits and merging activity during the highway portion of the drive.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.8 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Bluegrass Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Hodgenville Avenue.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 209.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Hodgenville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.5 miles (KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,211 ft598 ft
Total Climb
1,030 ft
Total Descent
915 ft
Highest Point
1,211 ft
~164.7 mi in
Elevation Range
613 ft
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 Greensburg, KY to Ironville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Ashland along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 209.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 101.8 miles on I 64. 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.
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 Ironville, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Hodgenville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.5 miles (KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Camp Nelson National Monument and Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Ironville, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
