Origin
Albany, KY
Afternoon in Albany on Sunday
Local time
3:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, KY to Nicholasville, KY
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
102.8 mi
166 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, KY
Connor Scott McManus
Nicholasville, KY
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Albany, KY to Nicholasville, KY covers 102.8 miles and takes about 2h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 127, Lexington Road, Albany Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.5 miles on US 127. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.61 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
51.4 miles from Albany, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Albany, KY to Nicholasville, KY covers 102.8 miles and takes about 2h 3m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,071 ft
707 ft
Total Climb
928 ft
Total Descent
950 ft
Highest Point
1,071 ft
~38.6 mi in
Elevation Range
363 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 127 Business / North Washington Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Albany, KY to Nicholasville, KY is easy. At 2h 3m with 53% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 5.1 miles (US 127 / Jamestown Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 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 lane.
4
5.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 127 / Jamestown Road
Turn right onto US 127 / Jamestown Road
Navigation decision point
3
28.9 mi into trip
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~34m in
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US 127
Turn left onto US 127
Navigation decision point
4
81 mi into trip
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~1h 34m in
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US 150; KY 34; KY 52 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 150; KY 34; KY 52 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 127 | 54.5 mi | 1h 3m |
| Lexington Road | 10.7 mi | 13m |
| Albany Highway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Jamestown Road | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| Danville Road | 6 mi | 6m |
| Sewellton Road | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| North Cross Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 127
— 54.5 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, KY and Nicholasville, KY.
1
Start on KY 350
108 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Cumberland Street
2
Turn right onto US 127 Business
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Washington Street
3
Continue on US 127 Business
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Cross Street
4
Turn right onto US 127
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 127
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto US 127
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Jamestown Road
6
Continue on US 127
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Albany Highway
7
Continue on US 127
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Sewellton Road
8
Turn left onto US 127
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
US 127
9
Turn right onto US 150; KY 34; KY 52
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Main Street
10
Turn left onto KY 34
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Wilderness Road
11
Continue on KY 34
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
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
·
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
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
US 27 Business
Trip Plan
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 51.4 miles from Albany, KY, or about 1h 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 51.4 miles or 1h 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nicholasville, 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 102.8 miles and 2h 3m.
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 51.4 mi from Albany, KY · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 51.4 miles from Albany, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nicholasville, KY
The final approach into Nicholasville, 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 Nicholasville, 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
$15.61 one way
$31.23 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.21 | $34.43 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.41 | $38.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.84 | $45.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.79 | $4.93 |
| Efficient EV | 25.7 | 0 | $9.00 | $4.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.1 | 0 | $14.39 | $6.58 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Nicholasville, KY
Afternoon in Nicholasville on Sunday
Local time
4:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 3m 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 Nicholasville, KY covers 102.8 miles and takes about 2h 3m 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 51.4 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 $15.61 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.
The drive from Albany, KY to Nicholasville, KY is easy. At 2h 3m with 53% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 5.1 miles (US 127 / Jamestown Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Albany, KY to Nicholasville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 707 ft to 1,071 ft elevation with about 928 ft of total climbing.
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