Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
71.3 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ironville, KY
Wikimedia Commons
Owingsville, KY
Wikimedia Commons
Ironville to Owingsville is 71.3 miles and takes about 1h 24m via I 64 and US Route 60, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Kentucky, connecting two points in the Southeast region. The majority of this drive is on the interstate, making for a straightforward trip. With a short duration and low fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick hop or as part of a larger Kentucky adventure.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 57.7 mi | 1h 1m |
| US Route 60 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| US 60 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Midland Trail | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Donta Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bob McCullough Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East High Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Roberts Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Ironville, KY and Owingsville, KY.
Start on Tiffany Drive
Continue on Brett Street
At end of road, turn left onto Pine Street
Turn left onto KY 766
Turn right onto KY 766
Continue on KY 766
Turn left onto KY 766
Turn right onto US 60
Continue on US 60
Turn right onto US 60
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 60
Continue on US 60
Turn left onto US 60; KY 36
At end of road, turn right onto US 60; KY 36
Arrive at destination
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.
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.7 miles from Ironville, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 71.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto Pine Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn left onto KY 766 / West Donta Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 60: Salt Lick, Owingsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto US 60; KY 36 / Suddith Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto US 60; KY 36 / East Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Regular Gas
$11.15 one way
$22.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.72 | $27.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.74 | $31.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.98 | $4.56 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Ironville on Sunday
Local time
10:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Rain Showers
Destination
Morning in Owingsville on Sunday
Local time
10:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 92% of the 71.3 miles on high-speed roads like I 64. You'll experience a longest stretch of 57.7 miles on I 64 before transitioning to US Route 60. Expect a noticeable shift from interstate cruising to surface road travel as you approach Owingsville, marked by more frequent exits and potentially slower speeds.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and US Route 60. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Pine Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Pine Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (KY 766 / West Donta Road): Navigation decision point; at 68.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 71.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from Ironville, KY or browse trips ending in Owingsville, KY.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse KY road trips.
