Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
56.8 mi
91 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Simpsonville, KY
Tom Fisk
Nevada, KY
Stephan Müller
Simpsonville, KY to Nevada, KY is 56.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via I 64, US 127, and KY 151, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Kentucky's Southeast region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a good option if you're looking for a quick connection between these two points without a lot of fuss. Plan for a predominantly highway experience that should get you there efficiently.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 19.7 mi | 21m |
| US 127 | 15.2 mi | 18m |
| KY 151 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Perryville Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Old Frankfort Road | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Bypass North | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Simpsonville-Buck Creek Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Perryville Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Simpsonville, KY and Nevada, KY.
Start on KY 1848
Turn left onto US 60; KY 1848
Turn right onto KY 1848
Continue on KY 1848
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto KY 151
Turn right onto US 127 Bypass
Continue on US 127 Bypass; US 62 Truck
Continue on US 127; KY 513
Turn right onto US 68; KY 152
Continue on US 68
Continue on US 68
Turn right onto Bugg Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Simpsonville, 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 and 28.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 60; KY 1848 / Shelbyville Road
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward KY 151: Graefenburg , Lawrenceburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward KY 151: Graefenburg , Lawrenceburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto US 127 Bypass / Bypass North
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$8.88 one way
$17.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.75 | $19.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.54 | $25.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.95 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Late night in Simpsonville on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Nevada on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
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.
This drive is heavily focused on highways, with 73% of the route utilizing them. You'll experience a substantial stretch of 19.7 miles on I 64, which should feel like a typical interstate cruise. The transition to US 127 and KY 151 will likely offer a change in pace, moving from faster highway speeds to more of a rural, two-lane feel. Expect the road to feel more open and potentially less trafficked as you move onto these state routes.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and US 127. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 60; KY 1848 / Shelbyville Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 10m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 60; KY 1848 / Shelbyville Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Simpsonville, KY to Nevada, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Lawrenceburg along the way.
Lawrenceburg
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 56.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
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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