Origin
Radcliff, KY
Late night in Radcliff on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Radcliff, KY to Jeffersontown, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
42.8 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Radcliff, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Radcliff to Jeffersontown, you are looking at a straightforward 42.8-mile trip that typically takes about 57 minutes to complete. Because this journey is well under an hour, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you will not need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend roughly $7 on fuel for the one-way trek, making it a very economical drive. The route transitions through the Southeast region of Kentucky, connecting two distinct local communities. Whether you are heading out for work or visiting friends, this drive is efficient and simple to navigate. Since there are no mandatory stops required along the way, you have the freedom to complete the trip in one consistent push.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dixie Highway North | 18.6 mi | 23m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 16.6 mi | 19m |
| Billtown Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Lovers Lane | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Dixie Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Bardstown Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Elm Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Seatonville Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dixie Highway North
— 18.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Radcliff, KY and Jeffersontown, KY.
1
Start on Elm Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Road
2
Turn left onto US 31W
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dixie Boulevard
3
Continue on US 31W
19 mi
·
23 min
·
Dixie Highway North
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward KY 841 East: Gene Snyder Freeway
5
Merge onto KY 841
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 17
Toward US 31E, US 150: Louisville, Bardstown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 31E; US 150
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bardstown Road
8
Turn right onto KY 1065
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Seatonville Road
9
Turn left onto KY 1065
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Lovers Lane
10
At end of road, turn left onto KY 1819
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Billtown Road
11
Turn right onto Watterson Trail
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Watterson Trail
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right
202 ft
·
14 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Radcliff, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 20.4 and 42.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
20.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward KY 841 East: Gene Snyder Freeway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward KY 841 East: Gene Snyder Freeway
5
20.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway
Merge onto KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
37.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward US 31E, US 150: Louisville, Bardstown
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 17
Toward US 31E, US 150: Louisville, Bardstown
5
42.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Watterson Trail
Turn right onto Watterson Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
42.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.69 one way
$13.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.35 | $14.69 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.45 | $18.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Jeffersontown, KY
Late night in Jeffersontown on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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
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?
Expect a mixed-driving experience as you transition from local roads to faster highway segments. You will spend roughly 39% of your travel time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 18.6 miles while navigating Dixie Highway North. The route begins on Dixie Highway North before transitioning to the Gene Snyder Freeway and eventually finishing on Billtown Road. This combination creates a varied pace, moving you from major thoroughfares into more localized traffic patterns. Being behind the wheel here requires you to stay alert as the road type shifts from high-speed freeway travel to the more familiar surroundings of local streets.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.6 mi on Dixie Highway North.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 20.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 42.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 20.9 miles (KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Radcliff, KY to Jeffersontown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Bardstown along the way.
Bardstown
37.5 mi in
|
~46m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 42.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.6 miles on Dixie Highway North. 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: at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 20.9 miles (KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jeffersontown, 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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