Origin
Meads, KY
Late night in Meads on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Meads, KY to Catlettsburg, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
11.7 mi
19 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Meads, KY
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Catlettsburg, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit through Southeast Kentucky, the 11.7-mile connection from Meads to Catlettsburg is a straightforward, efficient option. Clocking in at just 16 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily utilize a mix of I-64, US Route 60, and KY 180 to navigate between these two points. With a fuel cost estimate of only $2, it is a highly economical way to reach your destination. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent local landscape throughout the journey. This route is an ideal choice for travelers prioritizing speed and simplicity over a leisurely scenic tour.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| US Route 60 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| KY 180 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Louisa Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Louisa Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Midland Trail Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 35th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Marsh Hill Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 4.4 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meads, KY and Catlettsburg, KY.
1
Start on this road
56 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on Midland Trail Road
353 ft
·
16 sec
·
Midland Trail Road
3
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
110 ft
·
5 sec
·
Marsh Hill Drive
4
Turn right onto US 60
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
US Route 60
5
Continue on US 60
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US Route 60
6
Continue on KY 180
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
KY 180
7
Turn left
0.6 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto I 64
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
I 64
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 191
Toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
10
Turn left onto US 23
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Louisa Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 23
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
Louisa Street
12
Turn right onto US 60
122 ft
·
2 sec
·
35th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
US 60
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 11.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Marsh Hill Drive
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 60 / US Route 60
Turn right onto US 60 / US Route 60
Navigation decision point
6
9.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 191
Toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
4
9.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 23 / Louisa Road
Turn left onto US 23 / Louisa Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
11.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 60 / 35th Street
Turn right onto US 60 / 35th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.83 one way
$3.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.01 | $4.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.58 | $5.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.64 | $0.75 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Catlettsburg, KY
Late night in Catlettsburg on Sunday
Local time
12:24 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
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
16m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 75% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The path features a mix of high-speed interstate segments and arterial highway driving, keeping the pace steady from start to finish. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch while navigating 4.4 miles on I-64. Because the total drive is quite short, the transition between road types is minimal, allowing you to settle into a consistent rhythm quickly. Behind the wheel, you can anticipate a functional, efficient drive that minimizes the need for complex maneuvers or constant speed adjustments.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.4 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and US Route 60. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Marsh Hill Drive.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Marsh Hill Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 60 / US Route 60): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Meads, KY to Catlettsburg, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Ashland along the way.
Ashland
9.5 mi in
|
~13m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 11.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.4 miles on I 64. 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 0.1 miles (Marsh Hill Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 60 / US Route 60): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Catlettsburg, 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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