Origin
Ironville, KY
Night in Ironville on Saturday
Local time
9:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Ironville, KY to Breckinridge Center, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 29m
Distance
335.6 mi
540 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 17m
★
6 AM
6h 30m
8 AM
6h 54m
10 AM
6h 38m
12 PM
6h 36m
3 PM
6h 40m
5 PM
6h 53m
8 PM
6h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ironville, KY
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Breckinridge Center, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Ironville to Breckinridge Center, expect a 335.6-mile trek that takes approximately 6 hours and 29 minutes to complete. This route is designed for efficiency, relying heavily on I-64, US-60, and I-69 to get you across the state. Because the drive is manageable within a single day, you likely won't need to book an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Budgeting about $51 for fuel should cover your travel costs, keeping the trip relatively affordable. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region, the environment remains consistent throughout your journey. Overall, this is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that favors speed and reliability over winding backroads.
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
167.8 miles from Ironville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 275.4 mi | 5h 3m |
| US 60 | 23.6 mi | 32m |
| I 69 | 20.1 mi | 23m |
| US 41 | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| US Route 60 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| East Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| County Road C | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| West Donta Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 275.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ironville, KY and Breckinridge Center, KY.
1
Start on Tiffany Drive
382 ft
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16 sec
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Tiffany Drive
2
Continue on Brett Street
524 ft
·
28 sec
·
Brett Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Pine Street
157 ft
·
7 sec
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Pine Street
4
Turn left onto KY 766
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Donta Road
5
Turn right onto KY 766
94 ft
·
3 sec
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KY 766
6
Continue on KY 766
0.3 mi
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45 sec
·
Roberts Drive
7
Turn left onto KY 766
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bob McCullough Drive
8
Turn right onto US 60
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
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13th Street
9
Continue on US 60
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US Route 60
10
Turn right onto US 60
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 60
11
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
12
Merge onto I 64
99 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
I 64
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 64
Toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
74 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 64
Toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
5.3 mi
·
7 min
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I 64; US 150
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Continue on I 64; SR 62
90 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
I 64; SR 62
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 29A
Toward I 69 South, SR 57 South: Evansville, Henderson, Kentucky
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 69; SR 57
20 mi
·
23 min
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I 69; SR 57
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 41: Vincennes, Henderson, Kentucky
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
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46 sec
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
Use the slight right lane.
23
Merge onto US 41
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
US 41
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 15B
Toward US 60 West, US 41 Alternate: Henderson
25
Turn straight onto US 60; US 41 Alt
19 mi
·
26 min
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US 60; US 41 Alt
26
Continue on US 60; KY 141
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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US 60; KY 141
27
Turn left onto KY 2835
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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East Road
28
Turn right onto County Road C
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road C
29
Arrive at destination
County Road C
Trip Plan
Since this is a long, highway-heavy drive, aim to depart early in the morning to beat potential traffic congestion on the main interstates. You only have one planned stop on this 335.6-mile route, so make it count by refueling and stretching your legs thoroughly when you pull over. Given that the majority of your time is spent on a 275.4-mile stretch of I-64, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you commit to that long interstate run. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here; if you feel fatigued, don't hesitate to add a second quick stop, as the 6-hour and 29-minute duration can be taxing. Planning your single stop near the transition point between I-64 and I-69 can help break up the monotony of the drive.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 167.8 miles from Ironville, KY, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 275.4 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 74 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 167.8 miles or 3h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Breckinridge Center, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ironville, 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 Ironville, KY
This is one driving day of about 335.6 miles and 6h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Ironville, 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 275.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
168 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 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 167.8 miles from Ironville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 275.4 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 109.8 and 307.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
109.8 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
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I 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cinci...
8
116.7 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
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I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
8
285.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 21m in
Take the exit toward I 69 South, SR 57 South: Evansville, Henderson, Kentucky
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29A
Toward I 69 South, SR 57 South: Evansville, Hen...
8
306.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
9
307.1 mi into trip
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~5h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.82 one way
$99.65 round trip
$3.77/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $56.19 | $112.39 |
| premium | $4.65 | $61.49 | $122.98 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $70.08 | $140.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.4 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100.7 | 1 | $35.24 | $16.11 |
| Efficient EV | 83.9 | 0 | $29.37 | $13.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.2 | 1 | $46.98 | $21.48 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Breckinridge Center, KY
Evening in Breckinridge Center on Saturday
Local time
8:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
30 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
6h 29m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 115.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 98% of this trip consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-64, which accounts for a significant 275.4-mile stretch of the journey. Because you are primarily on major interstates, the road feels consistent and fast-paced rather than technical or winding. While the route is largely a highway grind, the transition between I-64, US-60, and I-69 keeps the drive from feeling entirely monotonous. Be prepared to maintain highway speeds for nearly the entire duration of your 6-hour-plus transit.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 275.4 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and US 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 109.8 miles in near I 64.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 20 significant decision points across 335.6 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: at 109.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.7 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 285.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Ironville, KY and Breckinridge Center, KY, road signs point toward Cincinnati, Louisville, Henderson and Kentucky.
Cincinnati
109.8 mi in
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~2h 4m
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via I 64
Louisville
116.7 mi in
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~2h 12m
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via I 64
Henderson
285.9 mi in
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~5h 21m
Kentucky
285.9 mi in
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~5h 21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 29m. Total distance: 335.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 29m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 275.4 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 Breckinridge Center, 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: at 109.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.7 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 285.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Camp Nelson National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Breckinridge Center, KY before the return drive.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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