Origin
Oregon, KY
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11:51 AM
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Trip from Oregon, KY to Ironville, KY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
145.7 mi
235 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 46m
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6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oregon, KY
Stephen Leonardi
Ironville, KY
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Trip Overview
This 145.7-mile journey from Oregon, KY, to Ironville, KY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 57 minutes to complete. The drive is predominantly highway, with 84% of the route utilizing major roads like I-64, the Bluegrass Parkway, and New Circle Road. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, this trip is budget-friendly for a day excursion. You'll experience a highway-focused drive that makes for efficient travel across the Southeast region of Kentucky. It’s a straightforward path, perfect for when you want to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.9 miles from Oregon, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 101.8 mi | 1h 50m |
| Bluegrass Parkway | 12 mi | 12m |
| New Circle Road | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Versailles Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| US Route 60 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Louisville Road | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| US 60 | 4 mi | 6m |
| Oregon Road | 2.1 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 101.8 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oregon, KY and Ironville, KY.
1
Start on Oregon Road
2.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Oregon Road
2
Turn right onto US 127
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Louisville Road
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
4
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway
12 mi
·
12 min
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Bluegrass Parkway
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 60 West: Frankfort
6
Turn right onto US 60
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lexington Road
7
Continue on US 60
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Versailles Road
Use the left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward KY 4 North: New Circle Road
9
Merge onto KY 4
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
New Circle Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 27; US 68
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Broadway
11
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South, I 64 East: Knoxville, Ashland
12
Merge onto I 64; I 75
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 64; I 75
13
Take the exit onto I 64
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 64
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
84 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
I 64
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 181
Toward US 60
16
Turn left onto US 60
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
US 60
17
Turn left onto US 60
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US Route 60
18
Continue on US 60
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
13th Street
19
Turn left onto KY 766
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bob McCullough Drive
20
At end of road, turn right onto KY 766
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Roberts Drive
21
Turn sharp left onto KY 766
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Donta Road
22
Turn right onto Pine Street
157 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pine Street
23
Turn right onto Brett Street
524 ft
·
22 sec
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Brett Street
24
Continue on Tiffany Drive
382 ft
·
16 sec
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Tiffany Drive
25
Arrive at destination
Tiffany Drive
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this 145.7-mile trip from Oregon to Ironville is easily manageable as a single-day adventure. You can depart at your leisure, but consider an early start to avoid potential traffic, especially around Lexington if you encounter New Circle Road during peak hours. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $23, planning for a single fuel-up might be all you need. The longest stretch on I-64 means you can settle in, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge before embarking on that 101.8-mile segment.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.9 miles from Oregon, KY, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.8 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 32 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.9 miles or 1h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ironville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oregon, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oregon, KY
This is one driving day of about 145.7 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Oregon, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 101.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.9 miles from Oregon, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.8 miles.
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 185 decision points cluster between mile 19 and 135 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
19 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 60 West: Frankfort
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 60 West: Frankfort
5
26 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
KY 4 / New Circle Road
Merge onto KY 4 / New Circle Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
32.7 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Turn left toward I 75 South, I 64 East: Knoxville, Ashland
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, I 64 East: Knoxville, Ashlan...
8
34.8 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 64
Take the exit onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
5
135 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward US 60
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 181
Toward US 60
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.78 one way
$45.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.01 | $50.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.04 | $56.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.17 | $64.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.7 | 0 | $15.30 | $6.99 |
| Efficient EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.75 | $5.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.3 | 0 | $20.40 | $9.32 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Ironville, KY
Morning in Ironville on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2h 57m 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?
Prepare for a highway-focused drive that covers 145.7 miles with 84% of it on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 101.8 miles on I-64, so expect extended periods of consistent speed and minimal turns. While the route is primarily interstate, the transition through New Circle Road might offer a slightly different driving experience as you navigate around Lexington. This route prioritizes direct travel over winding scenic byways, making it a practical choice for covering distance efficiently.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.8 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Bluegrass Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 145.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26 miles (KY 4 / New Circle Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.7 miles: 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 Oregon, KY to Ironville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Ashland along the way.
Ashland
32.7 mi in
|
~47m
About the Cities
Starting in Oregon, KY
Full guide →Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It features rugged coastlines, dense forests, fun cities, mountains, canyons, steppes, and desert in the southeastern part of the state.
Arriving in Ironville, KY
Full guide →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 2h 57m. Total distance: 145.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 101.8 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Ironville, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26 miles (KY 4 / New Circle Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ironville, 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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