This 77.8-mile journey from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Augusta, KY is a straightforward day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes to complete. With no highway driving, expect a more local feel throughout the drive. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $12, making it an economical option. Since it's a relatively short drive and within the same Southeast region, you won't need to split it into multiple days. This trip is best suited for those who prefer a direct, no-fuss travel experience between these two Kentucky locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.9 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Maysville Road
23.5 mi
30m
AA Highway
12.8 mi
15m
Millersburg Road
6.9 mi
8m
Lexington Road
6.8 mi
8m
Paris Pike
5.9 mi
6m
Carlisle Bypass
3.9 mi
5m
Clyde T. Barbour Highway
3.9 mi
5m
Augusta Chatham Road
3.2 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Maysville Road
— 23.5 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Augusta, KY.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi·42 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
0.2 mi·24 sec·Floyd Drive
3
Turn left onto KY 4
1.4 mi·2 min·East New Circle Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto US 27; US 68
1.4 mi·2 min·North Broadway
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on US 27; US 68
5.9 mi·6 min·Paris Pike
6
Continue on US 27; US 68
6.8 mi·8 min·Lexington Road
7
Continue on US 68 Business
2.6 mi·3 min·Main Street
8
Continue on US 68 Business
6.9 mi·8 min·Millersburg Road
9
Continue on US 68
2.1 mi·2 min·Millersburg Bypass
10
Continue on US 68
2.2 mi·2 min·US 68
11
Continue on US 68
3.9 mi·5 min·Carlisle Bypass
12
Continue on US 68
24 mi·30 min·Maysville Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto US 68
3.9 mi·5 min·Clyde T. Barbour Highway
Use the left lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward AA, KY 9 North, KY 10 West: Brooksville
15
Merge onto KY 9; KY 10; AA
13 mi·15 min·AA Highway
16
Turn right onto KY 19
3.2 mi·5 min·Augusta Chatham Road
17
Turn left onto KY 8
0.6 mi·1 min·Heather Renee French Boulevard
18
Turn right onto Elizabeth Street
224 ft·15 sec·Elizabeth Street
19
Turn left onto East 4th Street
158 ft·8 sec·East 4th Street
20
Turn right
161 ft·11 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 42-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is primarily local roads, flexibility is key. You can depart whenever suits you best, and the estimated $12 fuel cost means you won't need to worry extensively about refueling stops. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to your GPS or map, as the 'turn-heavy' nature means you'll want to be prepared for frequent navigation changes along Floyd Drive, East New Circle Road, and North Broadway to stay on track.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.9 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.5 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 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.9 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lexington-Fayette, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lexington-Fayette, KY
This is one driving day of about 77.8 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Maysville Road for about 23.5 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 60.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Floyd Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|KY 4 / East New Circle Road
Turn left onto KY 4 / East New Circle Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
1.7 mi into trip|~3m in|US 27; US 68 / North Broadway
Turn right onto US 27; US 68 / North Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
57 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|US 68 / Clyde T. Barbour Highway
Turn left onto US 68 / Clyde T. Barbour Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
60.9 mi into trip|~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward AA, KY 9 North, KY 10 West: Brooksville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AA, KY 9 North, KY 10 West: Brooksville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.16 one way
$24.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.35
$26.71
premium
$4.89
$14.97
$29.94
diesel
$5.61
$17.18
$34.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.3
0
$8.17
$3.73
Efficient EV
19.5
0
$6.81
$3.11
EV Truck/SUV
31.1
0
$10.89
$4.98
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Morning
in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Augusta, KY
Morning
in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Carlisle, KY
39 mi in
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
22 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
1h 42m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with a 0% highway share. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads, including Floyd Drive, East New Circle Road, and North Broadway. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be making frequent turns and adjustments, keeping your attention engaged. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, suggesting a continuous series of turns and changes in direction rather than any prolonged periods on a single road type. Expect a consistent, local road experience from start to finish.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.5 mi on Maysville Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Floyd Drive.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 42m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Floyd Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (KY 4 / East New Circle Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (US 27; US 68 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 77.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 23.5 miles on Maysville Road. 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 (Floyd Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (KY 4 / East New Circle Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (US 27; US 68 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Augusta, KY before heading back.
