Origin
Pleasure Ridge Park, KY
Morning in Pleasure Ridge Park on Sunday
Local time
9:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pleasure Ridge Park, KY to Lexington-Fayette, 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 44m
Distance
85.4 mi
137 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pleasure Ridge Park, KY
Miks Bergmanis
Lexington-Fayette, KY
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Trip Overview
This 85.4-mile drive from Pleasure Ridge Park, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is easily managed as a day trip, taking about 1 hour and 44 minutes. You'll primarily be on highways, with 90% of the route utilizing major interstates and expressways like I 64 and the Henry Watterson Expressway. Given the estimated fuel cost of $13, this is an economical journey. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, so you won't be crossing state lines or drastically different landscapes. This route is straightforward and efficient, ideal for those looking 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.
Midpoint
42.7 miles from Pleasure Ridge Park, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 66 mi | 1h 11m |
| Henry Watterson Expressway | 10.5 mi | 14m |
| Dixie Highway | 3 mi | 6m |
| West New Circle Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Greenwood Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Floyd Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Feyhurst Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 66 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pleasure Ridge Park, KY and Lexington-Fayette, KY.
1
Start on Bayshore Court
20 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bayshore Court
2
Turn right onto Feyhurst Drive
362 ft
·
23 sec
·
Feyhurst Drive
3
Turn left onto KY 1931
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Greenwood Road
4
Turn left onto US 31W; US 60
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Dixie Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Toward I 264: Watterson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 264 East: Watterson Expressway
7
Continue on I 264
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Henry Watterson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19A
Toward I 64 East: Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 64
66 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 113
Toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto US 27; US 68
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Broadway
12
Turn left onto KY 4
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West New Circle Road
13
Turn right onto Floyd Drive
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Floyd Drive
14
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of under two hours and a minimal fuel cost of around $13, this route offers a lot of flexibility for when you choose to depart. You can easily make this trip in one go without needing to stop for extended breaks, though rest areas are available along I 64 should you need them. Given the highway-heavy nature, it's wise to be mindful of potential traffic, especially if traveling during peak commuting hours near Louisville on the Henry Watterson Expressway. The longest stretch on I 64 is 66 miles, so plan your fuel accordingly before you embark.
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 42.7 miles from Pleasure Ridge Park, KY, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66 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 19 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.7 miles or 54m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lexington-Fayette, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Pleasure Ridge Park, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pleasure Ridge Park, KY
This is one driving day of about 85.4 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Pleasure Ridge Park, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 66 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.7 miles from Pleasure Ridge Park, 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 66 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 4.1 and 82.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 264: Watterson Expressway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 264: Watterson Expressway
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 264 East: Watterson Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 264 East: Watterson Expressway
7
15.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19A
Toward I 64 East: Lexington
5
16.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
82.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 113
Toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.35 one way
$26.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.43 | $32.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.86 | $37.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
| Efficient EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.47 | $3.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.96 | $5.47 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Morning in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
9:43 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
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 44m 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...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
near mile 85.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip, with 90% of your journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on I 64, including one uninterrupted stretch of 66 miles. While the route utilizes highways like Dixie Highway and the Henry Watterson Expressway, the overall character is one of steady, direct travel. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather a functional drive designed for efficient transit between two points in Kentucky.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Henry Watterson Expressway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 85.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 15.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 85.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 15.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Camp Nelson 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 Lexington-Fayette, 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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