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
63.8 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
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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Maysville, KY
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If you are looking for a quick excursion through Kentucky, the 63.8-mile journey from Lexington-Fayette to Maysville is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 24 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable drive that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $10, it is an economical way to navigate between these two Southeast locations. The route relies primarily on local roads rather than interstates, offering a more intimate look at the regional landscape. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of pace, this direct connection is straightforward and easy to plan.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maysville Road | 24.9 mi | 32m |
| Millersburg Road | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| Lexington Road | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| Paris Pike | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| US 62 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Carlisle Bypass | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| US 68 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Maysville, 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
Continue on US 27; US 68
Continue on US 27; US 68
Continue on US 68 Business
Continue on US 68 Business
Continue on US 68
Continue on US 68
Continue on US 68
Continue on US 68
Continue on US 62
Continue on US 62; KY 10
Turn sharp right onto KY 10
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.9 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.
4 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 63 — 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 left onto KY 4 / East New Circle Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 27; US 68 / North Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn sharp right onto KY 10 / Forest Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$9.97 one way
$19.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.28 | $24.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.09 | $28.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 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 | 19.1 | 0 | $6.70 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.58 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.93 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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 Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Maysville on Sunday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Chance Rain Showers
72°F
Carlisle, KY
32 mi in
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 turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged rather than lulled by interstate monotony. Only 11% of this 63.8-mile trek is spent on highways, so you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating Lexington Road, Millersburg Road, and Maysville Road. You should prepare for a technical drive where the road layout demands your full attention. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 24.9-mile stretch on Maysville Road, which provides a bit of consistency before the road profile shifts again. Overall, it is a hands-on drive that rewards drivers who prefer local backroads over high-speed transit.
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.
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 4 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.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 63.8 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 (11%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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