Origin
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Late night in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Cynthiana, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 41m
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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Cynthiana, KY
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Trip Overview
This short, 27.6-mile drive from Lexington-Fayette to Cynthiana, Kentucky, is easily manageable in about 43 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With a modest fuel cost of around $4, it's an economical option for a quick excursion. You'll primarily be on local roads, including Russell Cave Road, Leesburg Pike, and Paris Pike, with no highway driving involved. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a straightforward journey through the Kentucky landscape. Given its brevity, it's perfect for a spontaneous outing or as part of a larger exploration of the area.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Cave Road | 19.9 mi | 29m |
| Leesburg Pike | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Paris Pike | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| East New Circle Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Church Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Bridge Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Floyd Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| John Hunt Morgan Bridge | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Russell Cave Road
— 19.9 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Cynthiana, 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
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East New Circle Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto KY 353
20 mi
·
29 min
·
Russell Cave Road
Use the right lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 62
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Leesburg Pike
6
Enter roundabout onto US 27 Business
152 ft
·
6 sec
·
Paris Pike
Toward US 27 Business North: Cynthiana
7
Continue on US 27 Business
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Paris Pike
Toward US 27 Business North: Cynthiana
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on KY 32; US27 Business
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
John Hunt Morgan Bridge
9
Turn right onto West Bridge Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Bridge Street
10
Turn left onto KY 982
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Church Street
11
Arrive at destination
North Church Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 27.4 — 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
6
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
KY 353 / Russell Cave Road
Turn right onto KY 353 / Russell Cave Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
25.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 27 Business / Paris Pike
Enter roundabout onto US 27 Business / Paris Pike toward US 27 Business North: Cynthiana
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 27 Business North: Cynthiana
5
25.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 27 Business / Paris Pike
Right onto US 27 Business / Paris Pike toward US 27 Business North: Cynthiana
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 27 Business North: Cynthiana
5
27.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
KY 982 / South Church Street
Turn left onto KY 982 / South Church Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.31 one way
$8.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.74 | $9.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Cynthiana, KY
Late night in Cynthiana on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
25 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
43m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. The roads are local and winding, so plan for a more engaged driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.9 miles on Russell Cave Road. You'll be navigating a series of local roads, so keep your attention focused as you transition between Russell Cave Road, Leesburg Pike, and Paris Pike. This isn't a high-speed cruise; it's a more intimate connection with the terrain.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.9 mi on Russell Cave Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Floyd Drive.
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 27.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 2 miles (KY 353 / Russell Cave Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.4 miles (US 27 Business / Paris Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 27.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.9 miles on Russell Cave 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 2 miles (KY 353 / Russell Cave Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.4 miles (US 27 Business / Paris Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cynthiana, 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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