Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
41.7 mi
67 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
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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Harrodsburg, KY
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Lexington-Fayette, KY to Harrodsburg, KY is 41.7 miles and takes about 53m via US 127 and Bluegrass Parkway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points in Kentucky. It’s a straightforward drive that’s ideal for a single-day excursion, requiring minimal planning. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roadways, making it an easy addition to a longer Kentucky itinerary or a quick getaway.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 127 | 14.7 mi | 17m |
| Bluegrass Parkway | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| East New Circle Road | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| Versailles Road | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Lexington Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Floyd Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Lexington Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Harrodsburg, KY.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
Turn left onto KY 4
Take the exit
Merge onto US 60
Continue on US 60
Take the exit
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
Take the exit
Merge onto US 127; KY 513
Turn left onto US 68; KY 152
Turn right onto South Main Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Lexington-Fayette, 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 0.1 and 41.7 — 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
Take the exit toward US 60 West: Versailles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 60 / Versailles Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 127 South: Harrodsburg, Danville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.52 one way
$13.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.16 | $14.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.02 | $16.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.21 | $18.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.65 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Partly Cloudy
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 19 at 4:30AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
Destination
Morning in Harrodsburg on Sunday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Partly Cloudy
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 19 at 4:30AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
80°F
Versailles, KY
21 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 primarily a highway-focused drive, with about 65% of the journey on higher-speed roads. You'll experience stretches like the 14.7 miles on US 127, offering a consistent pace. The mix of main roads includes segments of the Bluegrass Parkway and East New Circle Road, suggesting a blend of parkway travel and potentially more urban or suburban approaches. Expect a fairly direct and efficient drive for the majority of the trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 127 and Bluegrass Parkway. 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.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 41.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Floyd Drive): Navigation decision point; at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (US 60 / Versailles Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Harrodsburg, KY, road signs point toward Elizabethtown and Danville.
Elizabethtown
Danville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 41.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). 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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