Origin
Maysville, KY
Morning in Maysville on Sunday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maysville, KY to Lexington-Fayette, 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 23m
Distance
63.8 mi
103 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 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maysville, KY
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Lexington-Fayette, KY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Maysville to Lexington-Fayette covers 63.8 miles, making it a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes. Since this trip is well within a single day’s reach, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or breaking the drive into multiple segments. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel, keeping the costs manageable for a quick getaway. Both ends of the trip reside within the Southeast region of Kentucky, ensuring a consistent regional feel as you transition between these two locations. Whether you are heading out for business or leisure, this route serves as a highly practical connection between the two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 68 | 22.8 mi | 27m |
| US 68 Business | 17.2 mi | 23m |
| Lexington Road | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| Paris Pike | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Coughlin Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| US 62 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West New Circle Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Broadway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 68
— 22.8 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maysville, KY and Lexington-Fayette, KY.
1
Start on KY 10
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Forest Avenue
2
Turn sharp left onto US 62; KY 10
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Coughlin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 62; US 68
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 62; US 68
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 68 Business
17 mi
·
23 min
·
US 68 Business
5
Continue on US 68; KY 165
23 mi
·
27 min
·
US 68; KY 165
6
Continue on US 460; US 68 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
7
Turn right onto US 460; US 68 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bank Row Street
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 68 Business
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on US 27; US 68
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Lexington Road
10
Continue on US 27; US 68
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Paris Pike
11
Continue on US 27; US 68
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broadway
12
Turn left onto KY 4
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West New Circle Road
13
Turn right onto Floyd Drive
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Floyd Drive
14
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
15
Arrive at destination
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 31.9 miles from Maysville, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 63.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 62; KY 10 / Coughlin Boulevard
Turn sharp left onto US 62; KY 10 / Coughlin Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
46.2 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
US 460; US 68 Business / Bank Row Street
Turn right onto US 460; US 68 Business / Bank Row Street
Navigation decision point
4
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 68 Business / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 68 Business / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
Floyd Drive
Turn right onto Floyd Drive
Navigation decision point
4
63.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.97 one way
$19.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Morning in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Cloudy
S 9 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
72°F
Carlisle, KY
32 mi in
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
14 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 23m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 65% of your travel time will be spent on major routes like US 68 and Lexington Road. The drive features a mix of standard road types, including a 22.8-mile stretch on US 68 that stands out as your longest uninterrupted segment. Navigating through the transition from Maysville into the Lexington-Fayette area involves moving through US 68 Business, which helps bridge the gap between rural highway driving and your destination. You will find that the road surface remains consistent throughout the 63.8-mile span, providing a steady pace for your vehicle. It is a functional path that favors efficiency over technical complexity, allowing you to settle into a predictable driving rhythm.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.8 mi on US 68.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 68 and US 68 Business. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near US 62; KY 10 / Coughlin Boulevard.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Maysville, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is easy. At 1h 23m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (US 62; KY 10 / Coughlin Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.2 miles (US 460; US 68 Business / Bank Row Street): Navigation decision point; at 46.9 miles (US 68 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 63.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.8 miles on US 68. 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: at 0.8 miles (US 62; KY 10 / Coughlin Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.2 miles (US 460; US 68 Business / Bank Row Street): Navigation decision point; at 46.9 miles (US 68 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Camp Nelson National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lexington-Fayette, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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