Origin
Nevada, KY
Late night in Nevada on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nevada, KY to Liberty, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nevada, KY
Stephan Müller
Liberty, KY
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 36.2-mile drive from Nevada to Liberty, Kentucky, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 47 minutes to complete. With no highway driving, you'll navigate local roads like Hustonville Road and Perryville Road, making for a more connected experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $6, and with zero designated stops, the flexibility is yours to discover points of interest along the way. This route stays within the Southeast region of Kentucky, offering a consistent local feel throughout. It's a quick and efficient trip perfect for a short excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hustonville Road | 24.1 mi | 27m |
| Perryville Road | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Quirks Run Road | 3.9 mi | 9m |
| South Danville Bypass | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Middleburg Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Campbellsville Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lebanon Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bugg Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Hustonville Road
— 24.1 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nevada, KY and Liberty, KY.
1
Start on Bugg Road
7 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bugg Road
2
Turn right onto US 68
365 ft
·
6 sec
·
Perryville Road
3
Turn left onto KY 1822
3.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Quirks Run Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 150; KY 52; KY 1822
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Perryville Road
5
Turn right onto US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Danville Bypass
6
Turn right onto US 127
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Hustonville Road
7
Turn right onto KY 70 Business
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Middleburg Road
8
Continue on KY 70 Business
370 ft
·
9 sec
·
Campbellsville Street
9
Turn right onto KY 49
233 ft
·
4 sec
·
Lebanon Road
10
Arrive at destination
KY 49
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Nevada, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 36.2 — 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
|
US 68 / Perryville Road
Turn right onto US 68 / Perryville Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 150; KY 52; KY 1822 / Perryville Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 150; KY 52; KY 1822 / Perryville Road
Navigation decision point
3
8.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass / South Danville Bypass
Turn right onto US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass / South Danville Bypass
Navigation decision point
4
11.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 127 / Hustonville Road
Turn right onto US 127 / Hustonville Road
Navigation decision point
5
36.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
KY 49 / Lebanon Road
Turn right onto KY 49 / Lebanon Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.66 one way
$11.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.21 | $12.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.97 | $13.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Liberty, KY
Late night in Liberty on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Junction City, KY
18 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
2 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
47m 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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. You'll spend most of your time on roads like Hustonville Road, Perryville Road, and Quirks Run Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 24.1 miles on Hustonville Road. This means you'll experience a constant engagement with the road, navigating through varied terrain and frequent changes in direction. The drive is characterized by its local nature, offering a direct feel for the landscape without the interruption of high-speed highways.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.1 mi on Hustonville Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 68 / Perryville Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Nevada, KY to Liberty, KY is easy. At 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 68 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (US 150; KY 52; KY 1822 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass / South Danville Bypass): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.1 miles on Hustonville 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 (US 68 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (US 150; KY 52; KY 1822 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass / South Danville Bypass): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Camp Nelson National Monument and Mill Springs Battlefield 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 Liberty, 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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