Origin
Lexington, KY
Morning in Lexington on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lexington, KY to Flemingsburg, 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 27m
Distance
63 mi
101 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flemingsburg, KY
Esteban Carriazo
Trip Overview
Lexington, KY to Flemingsburg, KY is 63 miles and takes about 1 hour 27 minutes via Flemingsburg Road and I 64, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and the state of Kentucky, offering a straightforward drive. Given the relatively short distance and duration, it's ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll experience a mixed driving profile, making it a practical choice for a quick trip between these two locales.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Flemingsburg Road | 28.1 mi | 40m |
| I 64 | 21.6 mi | 23m |
| Man O War Boulevard | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| Winchester Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Haley Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Pimlico Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Maysville Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Mount Sterling Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Flemingsburg Road
— 28.1 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington, KY and Flemingsburg, KY.
1
Start on Coldstream Drive
261 ft
·
13 sec
·
Coldstream Drive
2
Turn left onto Gainesway Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Gainesway Drive
3
Turn left onto Pimlico Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Pimlico Parkway
4
Turn left onto Man O War Boulevard
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Man O War Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 60
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Winchester Road
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto KY 859
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Haley Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
8
Merge onto I 64
9.7 mi
·
10 min
·
I 64
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 64
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 110
Toward US 460, KY 11: Flemingsburg, Mount Sterling
11
Turn left onto US 460; KY 11
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Maysville Road
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on KY 11
28 mi
·
40 min
·
Flemingsburg Road
13
Continue on KY 11 Business
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Mount Sterling Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Clark Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Clark Street
15
Continue on KY 32 Business
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Main Cross Street
16
Turn left onto KY 11 Business; KY 559
53 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Water Street
17
Arrive at destination
KY 11 Business; KY 559
Where to Stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.5 miles from Lexington, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 63 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Gainesway Drive
Turn left onto Gainesway Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Pimlico Parkway
Turn left onto Pimlico Parkway
Navigation decision point
7
6.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 60 / Winchester Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 60 / Winchester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
33 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward US 460, KY 11: Flemingsburg, Mount Sterling
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 110
Toward US 460, KY 11: Flemingsburg, Mount Sterl...
5
63 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
KY 11 Business; KY 559 / West Water Street
Turn left onto KY 11 Business; KY 559 / West Water Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.85 one way
$19.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.81 | $21.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.12 | $24.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.91 | $27.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 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 | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.82 | $4.03 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Flemingsburg, KY
Morning in Flemingsburg on Sunday
Local time
6:29 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
23 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
1h 27m 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 63-mile journey features a mixed drive, with 36% of the route on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Man O War Boulevard and I 64, providing moments of faster travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 28.1 miles on Flemingsburg Road, where the character of the drive may shift. Expect a blend of interstate speeds and potentially more local road conditions as you make your way toward Flemingsburg.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.1 mi on Flemingsburg Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Gainesway 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 63 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: near the start (Gainesway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Pimlico Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (US 60 / Winchester Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Lexington, KY to Flemingsburg, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Sterling along the way.
Mount Sterling
33 mi in
|
~42m
About the Cities
Starting in Lexington, KY
Full guide →Lexington is the second largest city in Kentucky, located in the Bluegrass Region. Known as the Horse Capital of the World, Lexington has traditionally been dominated by the horse industry and is also heavily influenced by the University of Kentucky, the state's flagship university and the largest employer in the city. The horse industry has greatly influenced Lexington's culture and scenic beauty; the University of Kentucky and Transylvania University contribute to a college town atmosphere with a richer and more diverse culture than some might expect from its size and location. Lexington's compact central downtown district is surrounded by historic neighborhoods. Lexington is in the heart of the Bluegrass region of Kentucky and is still home to hundreds of horse farms.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 63 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.1 miles on Flemingsburg 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: near the start (Gainesway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Pimlico Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (US 60 / Winchester Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Flemingsburg, 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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