Origin
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Late night in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Oldham County, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
78.4 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
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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Trip Overview
Lexington-Fayette, KY to Oldham County, KY is 78.4 miles and takes about 1h 34m via I 64, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Kentucky, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Given its relatively short distance and quick travel time, this is a straightforward trip for a single day. You'll primarily be on major roadways, making it a practical choice for a quick journey between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.2 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 59.8 mi | 1h 4m |
| Lagrange Road | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| La Grange Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| East New Circle Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Highway 393 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Broadway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| W Highway 146 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 59.8 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Oldham County, 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
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broadway
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 75 North, I 64 West: Cincinnati, Louisville
6
Merge onto I 64; I 75
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 64; I 75
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 64
Toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
9
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 30
Toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
11
Turn right onto La Grange Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
La Grange Road
12
Continue on KY 146
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Lagrange Road
13
Continue on KY 146
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
La Grange Road
14
Continue on KY 146
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lagrange Road
15
Turn left onto KY 22; KY 146
196 ft
·
6 sec
·
Dogwood Lane
16
Turn right onto KY 146
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Lagrange Road
17
Continue on KY 146
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
W Highway 146
18
Turn left onto KY 393
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Highway 393
19
Turn left onto Morgan Place Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Morgan Place Boulevard
20
Turn right onto Margate Court
183 ft
·
8 sec
·
Margate Court
21
Arrive at destination
Margate Court
Trip Plan
With a drive time of under two hours and a fuel cost estimated at $12, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive well before lunch, or head out in the afternoon and still have plenty of daylight. Since the longest stretch is nearly 60 miles, consider fueling up before you leave Lexington-Fayette, KY, to ensure you have ample gas for the continuous highway portion. There are no specific recommended stops, so you can take this journey straight through or plan a brief break as needed.
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 39.2 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.8 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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.2 miles or 45m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oldham County, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 78.4 miles and 1h 34m.
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 I 64 for about 59.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.2 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 67.8 — 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
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~0m in
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Floyd Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
Navigation decision point
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
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Turn left toward I 75 North, I 64 West: Cincinnati, Louisville
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 North, I 64 West: Cincinnati, Louis...
8
7.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 64
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
6
67.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 30
Toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.26 one way
$24.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.46 | $26.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.09 | $30.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
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: 27.4 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 | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
| Efficient EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
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.
Destination
Oldham County, KY
Late night in Oldham County on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 34m 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?
This drive is overwhelmingly a highway experience, with 85% of the route utilizing major highways like I 64 and the Gene Snyder Freeway. You'll encounter an 85% highway share, meaning a significant portion of your time will be spent on high-speed travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 59.8 miles on I 64, offering a consistent pace for a substantial part of the journey. Expect a focus on efficiency rather than winding backroads, as the profile is distinctly highway-focused.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.8 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Lagrange Road. You will hit about 14 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
6/10
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 78.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 2.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Oldham County, KY, road signs point toward Louisville and Pewee Valley.
Louisville
7.4 mi in
|
~11m
|
via I 64
Pewee Valley
67.8 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 78.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.8 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Oldham County, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 1.7 miles (US 27; US 68 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oldham County, 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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