Origin
Mount Washington, KY
Morning in Mount Washington on Sunday
Local time
11:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Washington, KY to Nicholasville, 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
70.4 mi
113 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Washington, KY
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Nicholasville, KY
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Trip Overview
Mount Washington, KY to Nicholasville, KY is 70.4 miles and takes about 1h 33m via Bluegrass Parkway, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily within Kentucky's Southeast region. The drive offers a mixed experience, with a significant portion on a parkway, making it a convenient option for local travel or a shorter segment of a larger journey. You'll find it's a manageable distance, perfect for a relaxed drive without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.2 miles from Mount Washington, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegrass Parkway | 34.7 mi | 37m |
| Highgrove Road | 9.5 mi | 16m |
| Keene Road | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Pinckard Pike | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Springfield Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Bardstown Rd | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Louisville Road | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Keene-Versailles Road | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Bluegrass Parkway
— 34.7 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Washington, KY and Nicholasville, KY.
1
Start on this road
72 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
135 ft
·
15 sec
3
Turn left onto US 31EX
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bardstown Road
4
Turn right onto US 31E; US 150
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bardstown Rd;Louisville Road
5
Continue on US 31E; US 150
404 ft
·
5 sec
·
Bardstown Road; Louisville Road
6
Continue on US 31E; US 150
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Bardstown Rd; Louisville Road
7
Continue on US 31E; US 150
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Louisville Road
8
Turn left onto High Grove Lane
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
·
High Grove Lane
9
Continue on Cr-1320
491 ft
·
21 sec
·
Cr-1320
10
Turn straight onto KY 523
520 ft
·
9 sec
·
Colonel Cox Road North
11
Turn slight right
119 ft
·
5 sec
12
Turn right onto KY 48
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Highgrove Road
13
Continue on KY 48
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
14
Continue on KY 48
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Highgrove Road
15
Continue on KY 48
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairfield Hill Road
16
Continue on KY 48
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Bardstown Road
17
Turn right onto US 62; KY 55
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Road
18
Continue on KY 55
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Springfield Road
19
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
20
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway
35 mi
·
37 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 68
Toward KY 33: Versailles
22
Turn straight onto KY 33
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Troy Pike
23
Turn left onto KY 169
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Pinckard Pike
24
Continue on KY 169
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Keene-Versailles Road
25
Continue on KY 169
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Pinchard Pike
26
Turn right onto KY 169; KY 1267
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Keene Road
27
Continue on KY 169
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Keene Road
28
Continue on KY 169
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 3rd Street
29
Turn left onto KY 169
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Oak Street
30
Turn right onto US 27 Business
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
North Main Street
31
Arrive at destination
US 27 Business
Trip Plan
Given the drive duration of just over 1.5 hours, you have considerable flexibility with departure times. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon allows ample time to reach Nicholasville well before evening. While there are no designated stops mentioned, the relatively short distance means you can easily pull over if needed, though planning for fuel before you leave Mount Washington is advisable, especially with a fuel cost estimate around $11. Keep an eye on your directions as you transition from the Bluegrass Parkway onto Highgrove Road and Keene Road to ensure a smooth continuation of your journey.
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 35.2 miles from Mount Washington, KY, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.7 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 15 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 49m 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 Nicholasville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mount Washington, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mount Washington, KY
This is one driving day of about 70.4 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Mount Washington, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Bluegrass Parkway for about 34.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Mount Washington, 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 70.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 31EX / North Bardstown Road
Turn left onto US 31EX / North Bardstown Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
High Grove Lane
Turn left onto High Grove Lane
Navigation decision point
5
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward KY 33: Versailles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 68
Toward KY 33: Versailles
5
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
|
US 27 Business / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 27 Business / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.01 one way
$22.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.08 | $24.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.55 | $27.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 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 | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.86 | $4.51 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Nicholasville, KY
Morning in Nicholasville on Sunday
Local time
11:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Bloomfield, KY
35 mi in
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
3 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Camp Nelson National Monument
National Monument
The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 70.4
View on nps.gov
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
Free
near mile 12.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a mixed profile, with 49% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 34.7 miles along the Bluegrass Parkway, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. The route balances these faster parkway sections with travel on local roads like Highgrove Road and Keene Road, introducing some variety as you transition between main thoroughfares. Expect a drive that is neither a monotonous interstate grind nor exclusively winding backroads, but rather a practical blend.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.7 mi on Bluegrass Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 33m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 31EX / North Bardstown Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (High Grove Lane): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Nicholasville, KY
Full guide →Nicholasville is a city of 31,000 (2019) in Jessamine County in the Bluegrass Region. The city serves as both a residential area for Lexington-area commuters and as an employment and shopping center for central Kentucky.
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 33m. Total distance: 70.4 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 (49%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.7 miles on Bluegrass Parkway. 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 31EX / North Bardstown Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (High Grove Lane): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Camp Nelson National Monument and Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park. 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 Nicholasville, 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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