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 Olive Hill, 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 33m
Distance
82.1 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
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 37m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 47m
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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Olive Hill, KY
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Trip Overview
Lexington-Fayette, KY to Olive Hill, KY is 82.1 miles and takes about 1h 33m via I 64 and KY 2, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region of Kentucky, offering a straightforward journey. Given its short duration, it's ideal for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare. Expect a consistent experience as you travel primarily on well-maintained highways.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.1 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 74.2 mi | 1h 19m |
| KY 2 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Winchester Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| East New Circle Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| US 60 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| I 75 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Floyd Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cross Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 74.2 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Olive Hill, 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
·
26 sec
·
Floyd Drive
3
Turn right onto KY 4
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East New Circle Road
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 13
Toward US 60: Winchester, Lexington
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 60 East: Winchester
6
Continue on US 60
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Winchester Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 75 North: Ashland, Cincinnati, Louisville
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 75
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 75
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 64
16 mi
·
16 min
·
I 64
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
59 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 64
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 156
Toward KY 2: Olive Hill, Vanceburg
13
Turn right onto KY 2
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
KY 2
14
Turn left onto US 60
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 60
15
Turn right onto KY 986
385 ft
·
7 sec
·
Cross Street
16
Arrive at destination
KY 986
Trip Plan
With a drive time under two hours, this trip offers significant flexibility; consider leaving in the morning to maximize your day at the destination. Since the longest uninterrupted stretch is over 74 miles, plan for a fuel stop before you depart Lexington-Fayette, KY, as there won't be many opportunities for gas along the main highway sections. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Olive Hill, as services might become less frequent in the final miles. This is a straightforward drive, so no complex navigation is required.
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 41.1 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.2 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 18 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 47m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olive Hill, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 82.1 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 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 74.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.1 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 74.2 miles.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 78.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward US 60: Winchester, Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 13
Toward US 60: Winchester, Lexington
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 60 East: Winchester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 60 East: Winchester
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Turn left toward I 75 North: Ashland, Cincinnati, Louisville
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 North: Ashland, Cincinnati, Louisvi...
8
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
6
78.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward KY 2: Olive Hill, Vanceburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 156
Toward KY 2: Olive Hill, Vanceburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.84 one way
$25.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.09 | $28.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.80 | $31.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.13 | $36.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.49 | $5.25 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Olive Hill, KY
Late night in Olive Hill on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
2 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 33m 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 route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 64 and KY 2. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 74.2 miles on I 64, providing a consistent pace. The transition to Winchester Road and then KY 2 offers a slight variation before reaching Olive Hill. For the most part, expect smooth sailing on well-developed roadways.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.2 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and KY 2. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.1 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 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 82.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.2 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 Olive Hill, 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 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Olive Hill, 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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