Origin
Independence, KY
Late night in Independence on Tuesday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Independence, KY to Oldham County, KY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
71.9 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Independence, KY
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Oldham County, KY
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Trip Overview
Independence, KY to Oldham County, KY is 71.9 miles and takes about 1h 25m via I 71, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Kentucky, traversing the Southeast region. The route is predominantly highway, making for a quick and efficient trip. It's a straightforward drive, ideal if you're looking to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Plan for a single-day trip, as the duration is well within typical driving comfort levels.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 62.8 mi | 1h 7m |
| Bristow Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Mount Zion Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Independence Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| North Highway 393 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| KY 393 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| KY 536 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| KY 146 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 62.8 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence, KY and Oldham County, KY.
1
Start on KY 17 Business; KY 2045
371 ft
·
9 sec
·
Madison Pike
2
Turn right onto KY 2045
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Independence Road
3
Turn right onto KY 536
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Bristow Road
4
Keep slight left at fork onto KY 536
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Mount Zion Road
5
Enter roundabout onto KY 536
90 ft
·
1 sec
·
Mount Zion Road
6
Continue on KY 536
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Mount Zion Road
7
Enter roundabout onto KY 536
129 ft
·
2 sec
·
Mount Zion Road
8
Continue on KY 536
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Zion Road
9
Turn right onto KY 536
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
KY 536
Toward KY 536 East
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 75, I 71
11
Merge onto I 71; I 75
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 71; I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto I 71
58 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 71
Exit 173
Toward I 71 South: Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 18
Toward KY 393: Buckner
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto KY 393
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
KY 393
15
At end of road, turn left onto KY 146; KY 393
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
KY 146; KY 393
16
Turn right onto KY 393
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Highway 393
17
Turn left onto Morgan Place Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Morgan Place Boulevard
18
Turn right onto Margate Court
183 ft
·
8 sec
·
Margate Court
19
Arrive at destination
Margate Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.9 miles from Independence, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.8 miles.
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 70.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 2045 / Independence Road
Turn right onto KY 2045 / Independence Road
Navigation decision point
5
6.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 71; I 75
Merge onto I 71; I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
11.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 South: Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 173
Toward I 71 South: Louisville
7
69.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward KY 393: Buckner
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 18
Toward KY 393: Buckner
5
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
KY 146; KY 393
At end of road, turn left onto KY 146; KY 393
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.24 one way
$22.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.34 | $24.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.84 | $27.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.87 | $31.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 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 | 21.6 | 0 | $7.55 | $3.45 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Oldham County, KY
Late night in Oldham County on Tuesday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°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 25m 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 drive is mostly highway, with 91% of the 71.9 miles on Interstates. You'll experience a long stretch of 62.8 miles on I 71, which means consistent cruising. The highway portion ends around mile 65, transitioning to surface roads like Bristow Road and Mount Zion Road for the final stretch into Oldham County. Expect a lot of straightforward driving with minimal slowdowns until you reach the local roads.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.8 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Bristow Road. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KY 2045 / Independence Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.9 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.1 miles (KY 2045 / Independence Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (I 71; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 71.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 62.8 miles on I 71. 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 0.1 miles (KY 2045 / Independence Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (I 71; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oldham County, 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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