Taylorsville to Florence is 98.5 miles and takes about 1h 53m via I 71, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Kentucky's Southeast region, offering a straightforward drive. Expect a journey primarily on well-maintained highways, making it a practical choice for a quick hop between these two points. With a driving time under two hours, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion when you want to minimize travel time and maximize your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.3 miles from Taylorsville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
66.7 mi
1h 11m
Taylorsville Road
11.2 mi
13m
Gene Snyder Freeway
6.6 mi
7m
Lagrange Road
5 mi
7m
Taylorsville Lake Road
4.2 mi
4m
La Grange Road
2.2 mi
3m
US 42
1.1 mi
1m
East Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 66.7 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylorsville, KY and Florence, KY.
1
Start on this road
41 ft·9 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto KY 44; KY 55
317 ft·9 sec·East Main Street
3
Turn left onto KY 44; KY 55
9.6 mi·11 min·Taylorsville Road
4
Continue on KY 155
4.2 mi·4 min·Taylorsville Lake Road
5
Continue on KY 155
1.6 mi·1 min·Taylorsville Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 265 East, KY 841 East
7
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
6.6 mi·7 min·Gene Snyder Freeway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·51 sec
Exit 30Toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
9
Turn right onto La Grange Road
1.3 mi·1 min·La Grange Road
10
Continue on KY 146
0.3 mi·22 sec·Lagrange Road
11
Continue on KY 146
0.9 mi·1 min·La Grange Road
12
Continue on KY 146
1.2 mi·1 min·Lagrange Road
13
Turn left onto KY 22; KY 146
196 ft·6 sec·Dogwood Lane
14
Turn right onto KY 146
3.5 mi·5 min·Lagrange Road
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
16
Merge onto I 71
59 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
7.8 mi·8 min·I 71
Toward I 75 North, I 71 North: CincinnatiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 180Toward US 42, US 127: Union, FlorenceUse the slight right lane.
19
Turn right onto US 42; US 127
244 ft·4 sec·US 42; US 127
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on US 42; US 127
1.1 mi·1 min·US 42; US 127
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto Main Street
28 ft·0 sec·Main Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 53m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. To make the most of your drive, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour traffic and allow for a relaxed pace. While there are no specific stops noted, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest 66.7-mile stretch on I 71, as services can sometimes be spaced out on major highways. The estimated fuel cost of $15 suggests this is an economical trip for your vehicle.
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 49.3 miles from Taylorsville, KY, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.7 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 22 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.3 miles or 59m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florence, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Taylorsville, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Taylorsville, KY
This is one driving day of about 98.5 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Taylorsville, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 66.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 97.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|KY 44; KY 55 / East Main Street
Turn left onto KY 44; KY 55 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
22.5 mi into trip|~26m in
Take the exit toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 30
Toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
8
89.2 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71 toward I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
8
97 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward US 42, US 127: Union, Florence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 180
Toward US 42, US 127: Union, Florence
6
97.4 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|US 42; US 127
Turn right onto US 42; US 127
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.40 one way
$30.80 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$16.91
$33.82
premium
$4.89
$18.96
$37.91
diesel
$5.61
$21.75
$43.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.5
0
$10.34
$4.73
Efficient EV
24.6
0
$8.62
$3.94
EV Truck/SUV
39.4
0
$13.79
$6.30
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Taylorsville, KY
Morning
in Taylorsville on Sunday
Local time
10:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Florence, KY
Morning
in Florence on Sunday
Local time
10:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 to 14 mph86% chanceLive 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
21 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
1h 53m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely highway-focused, with 76% of the journey taking place on interstates and freeways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 66.7 miles on I 71, which forms the backbone of this drive. While some initial and final segments might involve local roads like Taylorsville Road and the Gene Snyder Freeway, the majority of your time will be spent on higher-speed, more direct highway travel. The profile suggests a predictable driving experience, geared towards covering distance efficiently.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.7 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Taylorsville Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KY 44; KY 55 / East Main Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 98.5 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (KY 44; KY 55 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.2 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Taylorsville, KY to Florence, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Pewee Valley along the way.
Florence is a city of 33,000 people (2019) in Kentucky's Northern Ohio River Region, near Cincinnati. Florence is well known in surrounding cities for a water tower visible from I-71/I-75 that reads "Florence Y'all".
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 98.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.7 miles on I 71. 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 Florence, 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: near the start (KY 44; KY 55 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.2 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Florence, KY before heading back.
