Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
72.5 mi
117 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.
Lexington-Fayette, KY
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Buechel, KY
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This 72.5-mile drive from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Buechel, KY, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. It's an ideal day trip with a modest estimated fuel cost of $11, making it budget-friendly. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 91% of the drive on major interstates and parkways. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-64, experiencing a long, uninterrupted stretch of 63.7 miles. This trip is perfect for those who prefer efficiency and getting to their destination without many detours, as there are no specific stops recommended in the data.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 63.7 mi | 1h 8m |
| Six Mile Lane | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| South Hurstbourne Parkway | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| East New Circle Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Broadway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Floyd Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Buechel, KY.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
Turn left onto KY 4
Turn right onto US 27; US 68
Turn left
Merge onto I 64; I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn straight onto KY 1747
Turn right onto Six Mile Lane
Continue on Six Mile Lane
Continue on Six Mile Lane
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 36.3 miles from Lexington-Fayette, 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 63.7 miles.
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 0.1 and 67.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 27; US 68 / North Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
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
Take the exit toward KY 1747: Hurstbourne Parkway, Jeffersontown, Middletown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$11.33 one way
$22.67 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.44 | $24.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.95 | $27.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.01 | $32.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 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 | 21.8 | 0 | $7.61 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.15 | $4.64 |
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
Late night in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Buechel on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°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.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 72.5-mile trip, with 91% of your journey utilizing major roadways like I-64 and South Hurstbourne Parkway. The personality of this drive is defined by its efficiency, featuring a significant 63.7-mile stretch solely on I-64. This means you'll likely encounter consistent speeds and a predictable road environment for most of the 1 hour and 26-minute duration. While the focus is on speed, keep in mind that highway driving can sometimes feel monotonous, so planning for breaks is still a good idea.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Six Mile Lane. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Floyd Drive.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Floyd Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (US 27; US 68 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Buechel, KY, road signs point toward Louisville, Jeffersontown and Middletown.
Louisville
Jeffersontown
Middletown
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 72.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m 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.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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