Masonville, KY to Florence, KY is 200.2 miles and takes about 3h 48m via I 71, I 64, and US 60, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily traversing Kentucky on major highways. It's a fairly straightforward drive, best suited for those prioritizing efficiency over extensive sightseeing. Given the relatively short duration, you can easily complete this route in a single day without feeling rushed. Consider this a practical transit between two points rather than a destination-focused adventure.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
100.1 miles from Masonville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
75.1 mi
1h 20m
I 64
64.5 mi
1h 10m
US 60
28.2 mi
35m
Wendell Ford Expressway
7.6 mi
8m
SR 265
7.4 mi
8m
I 265
6.4 mi
7m
US 231
5.2 mi
8m
Gene Snyder Freeway
3.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 75.1 mi, about 1h 20m
Traffic on I-64
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~817 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,167
Quietest
1 AM
~84 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 42 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Masonville, KY and Florence, KY.
1
Start on Masonville Habit Road
116 ft·10 sec·Masonville Habit Road
2
Turn right onto US 231
4.9 mi·7 min·US 231
3
Take the ramp onto US 231
0.3 mi·42 sec·US 231
4
Merge onto US 60; US 231
7.6 mi·8 min·Wendell Ford Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
28 mi·35 min·US 60; US 231
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
7
Merge onto I 64
64 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 64
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62
6.4 mi·7 min·I 265; SR 62
Exit 121Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
9
Continue on SR 265; SR 62
7.4 mi·8 min·SR 265; SR 62
10
Continue on KY 841
3.4 mi·3 min·Gene Snyder Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 71 North: CincinnatiUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 71
67 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
7.8 mi·8 min·I 71
Toward I 75 North, I 71 North: CincinnatiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 180Toward US 42, US 127: Union, FlorenceUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto US 42; US 127
244 ft·4 sec·US 42; US 127
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on US 42; US 127
1.1 mi·1 min·US 42; US 127
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Main Street
28 ft·0 sec·Main Street
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 48-minute drive time and 200.2-mile distance, leaving Masonville in the morning is ideal to ensure you arrive in Florence with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility; however, planning a brief fuel and rest break around the halfway point, perhaps after the 75.1-mile stretch on I 71, is wise. The fuel cost estimate of $35 is helpful for budgeting. Since it's a single-day trip, you can depart whenever suits your schedule, but be mindful of potential commuter traffic as you approach Florence.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.1 miles from Masonville, KY, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.1 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 44 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.1 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florence, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Masonville, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Masonville, KY
This is one driving day of about 200.2 miles and 3h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Masonville, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 75.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.8 and 198.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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12.8 mi into trip|~17m in|US 60; US 231
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
106.1 mi into trip|~2h 4m in|I 265; SR 62
Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62 toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 121
Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
6
123.4 mi into trip|~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward I 71 North: Cincinnati
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 71 North: Cincinnati
8
191 mi into trip|~3h 37m in|I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71 toward I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
8
198.8 mi into trip|~3h 46m in
Take the exit toward US 42, US 127: Union, Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 180
Toward US 42, US 127: Union, Florence
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.56 one way
$59.13 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$32.64
$65.28
premium
$4.72
$37.17
$74.34
diesel
$4.80
$37.80
$75.60
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
EV Charging Along Route
17 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Jeffersonville, IN - Tesla Supercharger
Jeffersonville, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Florence, KY - Houston Road - Tesla Supercharger
Florence, KY
Tesla
12 DCFC
Louisville, KY - Towne Center Drive - Tesla Supercharger
Louisville, KY
Tesla
8 DCFC
Walmart 1476 (Clarksville, IN)
Clarksville, IN
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Meijer #164 Louisville Town Center(Louisville, KY)
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.1
0
$21.02
$9.61
Efficient EV
50.1
0
$17.52
$8.01
EV Truck/SUV
80.1
1
$28.03
$12.81
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Forecast as of Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Masonville, KY
Late night
in Masonville on Sunday
Local time
3:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 3 mph26% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 8:17PM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Destination
Florence, KY
Late night
in Florence on Sunday
Local time
4:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
NW 6 mph74% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 8:17PM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
4 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
3h 48m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely highway, with 99% of the drive on major roads like I 71 and I 64. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 75.1 miles on I 71, which means extended periods of consistent cruising. Surface roads only come into play for a very brief portion at the beginning or end. Expect a steady flow of traffic typical of interstate travel, with numerous exits and potential for merging.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.1 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.8 miles in near US 60; US 231.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 200.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.8 miles (US 60; US 231): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.1 miles (I 265; SR 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 123.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Florence is a city of 33,000 people (2019) in Kentucky's Northern Ohio River Region, near Cincinnati. Florence is well known in surrounding cities for a water tower visible from I-71/I-75 that reads "Florence Y'all".
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 48m. Total distance: 200.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.1 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Florence, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.8 miles (US 60; US 231): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.1 miles (I 265; SR 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 123.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Florence, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
