Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
72.3 mi
116 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nicholasville, KY
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Worthington Hills, KY
Tom Fisk
If you are planning a trip from Nicholasville to Worthington Hills, you are looking at a 72.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trek, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won’t need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend roughly $11 on fuel for the entire excursion. Navigating this route involves primarily local roads like West Oak Street, North 3rd Street, and Keene Road rather than high-speed interstates. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region of Kentucky, the drive feels like a consistent local experience.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 38.4 mi | 41m |
| Frankfort Road | 6 mi | 6m |
| Keene Road | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Pinckard Pike | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Keene-Versailles Road | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Troy Pike | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Frankfort Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Nicholasville, KY and Worthington Hills, KY.
Start on US 27 Business
Turn left onto KY 169
At end of road, turn right onto KY 169
Continue on KY 169
Continue on KY 169; KY 1267
Turn left onto KY 169
Continue on KY 169
Continue on KY 169
At end of road, turn right onto KY 33
Continue on KY 33
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
Turn left onto US 60; US 62
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Turn left
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
Take the exit
Turn right onto La Grange Road
Turn left onto KY 1447
Turn right onto Northumberland Drive
Turn left onto Lunenburg Drive
Turn right onto Pulaski Court
Turn left onto Jonel Court
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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.
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 36.1 miles from Nicholasville, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 71.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto KY 169 / West Oak Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto KY 33 / Troy Pike
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto KY 1447 / Westport Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Northumberland Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$11.30 one way
$22.61 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.91 | $27.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.96 | $31.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.12 | $4.63 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Nicholasville on Sunday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Mostly Cloudy
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 19 at 4:30AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
Destination
Morning in Worthington Hills on Sunday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
80°F
Versailles, KY
36 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, forcing you to navigate through various local corridors instead. You won’t find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, so be prepared for frequent adjustments as you transition between West Oak Street, North 3rd Street, and Keene Road. The character of the road is defined by its technical nature rather than speed. Staying alert is essential because the constant turning keeps you engaged with the local landscape throughout the 72.3-mile transit.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KY 169 / West Oak Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.3 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KY 169 / West Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.3 miles (KY 33 / Troy Pike): Navigation decision point; at 69.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 72.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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