Origin
Albany, KY
Afternoon in Albany on Sunday
Local time
3:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
118.8 mi
191 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, KY
Connor Scott McManus
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Kristopher Hines
Trip Overview
Traveling from Albany to Lexington-Fayette covers 118.8 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 27 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a one-day trip, allowing you to easily complete the journey without needing an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $18 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable regional excursion. As you move from the Southeast region of Kentucky toward Lexington, the drive offers a straightforward transition between the two areas. Whether you are heading north for business or a quick getaway, the route provides a manageable pace that avoids the need for multiple stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59.4 miles from Albany, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied behind the wheel. You will spend about 46% of your time on highways, balancing faster stretches with local road travel. A significant portion of your journey occurs on US 127, which includes the longest uninterrupted leg of 54.5 miles. Navigating via Lexington Road and Albany Highway, you will experience a transition from rural road conditions to the more developed infrastructure approaching Lexington-Fayette. Expect a blend of road types that requires you to stay attentive as the highway shares shift throughout the 118.8-mile transit.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 127 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 127 Business / North Washington Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 27m drive. You will face about 11 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 127 Business / North Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (US 127): Lane positioning matters here; at 104.5 miles (US 27 / Lexington Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 127 Business / North Washington Street
Turn right onto US 127 Business / North Washington Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 127
Turn right onto US 127
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
5
104.5 mi into trip
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~2h 5m in
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US 27 / Lexington Road
Turn right onto US 27 / Lexington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
111.2 mi into trip
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~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward KY 4 East: New Circle Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward KY 4 East: New Circle Road
5
111.5 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
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KY 4 / New Circle Road
Merge onto KY 4 / New Circle Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 127 | 54.5 mi | 1h 3m |
| Lexington Road | 15.2 mi | 19m |
| Albany Highway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Jamestown Road | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| New Circle Road | 7 mi | 10m |
| Danville Road | 6 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Sewellton Road | 3.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 127
— 54.5 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, KY and Lexington-Fayette, KY.
1
Start on KY 350
108 ft
·
4 sec
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East Cumberland Street
2
Turn right onto US 127 Business
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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North Washington Street
3
Continue on US 127 Business
2.5 mi
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3 min
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North Cross Street
4
Turn right onto US 127
2.4 mi
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2 min
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US 127
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Turn right onto US 127
9.9 mi
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11 min
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Jamestown Road
6
Continue on US 127
10 mi
·
11 min
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Albany Highway
7
Continue on US 127
3.7 mi
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4 min
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Sewellton Road
8
Turn left onto US 127
52 mi
·
1 hr
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US 127
9
Turn right onto US 150; KY 34; KY 52
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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West Main Street
10
Turn left onto KY 34
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
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Wilderness Road
11
Continue on KY 34
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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East Lexington Avenue
12
Continue on KY 34
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lexington Road
13
Continue on KY 34
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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Lexington Road
14
Continue on KY 34
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Chenault Bridge Road
15
Turn left onto US 27
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Lexington Road
16
Continue on US 27
6.0 mi
·
6 min
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Danville Road
17
Turn right onto US 27 Business
3.9 mi
·
6 min
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South Main Street
18
Turn right onto US 27
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Lexington Road
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on US 27
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Nicholasville Road
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward KY 4 East: New Circle Road
Use the right lane.
21
Merge onto KY 4
7.0 mi
·
10 min
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New Circle Road
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn left onto Floyd Drive
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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Floyd Drive
23
Turn left
0.1 mi
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41 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid peak traffic near Lexington. Aim to fuel up before leaving Albany to keep your costs near the $18 estimate and minimize the need for extra stops. Since the route is continuous and does not have mandatory stops, you can easily handle the 2-hour and 27-minute duration in one go. Pay close attention to your speed as you transition off the 54.5-mile stretch of US 127, as road conditions can change quickly. Planning your arrival for mid-morning or mid-afternoon will ensure a smoother transition as you reach the Lexington-Fayette area.
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 59.4 miles from Albany, KY, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.5 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.4 miles or 1h 9m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lexington-Fayette, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Albany, 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 Albany, KY
This is one driving day of about 118.8 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Albany, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 127 for about 54.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.4 mi from Albany, KY · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.4 miles from Albany, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lexington-Fayette, KY
The final approach into Lexington-Fayette, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lexington-Fayette, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.04 one way
$36.09 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $19.89 | $39.78 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.43 | $44.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.39 | $52.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.47 | $5.70 |
| Efficient EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.63 | $7.60 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Afternoon in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
4:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
20 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 27m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Albany, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY covers 118.8 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 127, Lexington Road, Albany Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.4 miles from Albany, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.04 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 2h 27m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 127 Business / North Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (US 127): Lane positioning matters here; at 104.5 miles (US 27 / Lexington Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Albany, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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