Origin
Audubon Park, KY
Morning in Audubon Park on Wednesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Audubon Park, KY to Nicholasville, KY
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
79.4 mi
128 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
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6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nicholasville, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Audubon Park, KY to Nicholasville, KY covers 79.4 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, Frankfort Road, Keene Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.8 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.41 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
39.7 miles from Audubon Park, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 40m highway drive covering 79.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and Frankfort Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.8 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Frankfort Road. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Hess Lane.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.4 miles (Hess Lane): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (I 264 / Henry Watterson Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Hess Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Hess Lane
Navigation decision point
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 264 / Henry Watterson Expressway
Merge onto I 264 / Henry Watterson Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.4 mi into trip
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~12m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19A
Toward I 64 East: Lexington
6
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 60: Frankfort, Versailles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 58
Toward US 60: Frankfort, Versailles
6
53.4 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Versailles
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Versailles
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 Audubon Park, KY to Nicholasville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Versailles along the way.
Versailles
53.1 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 44.8 mi | 49m |
| Frankfort Road | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Keene Road | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Henry Watterson Expressway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Pinckard Pike | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Keene-Versailles Road | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Troy Pike | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Frankfort Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 44.8 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Audubon Park, KY and Nicholasville, KY.
1
Start on Dove Road
343 ft
·
16 sec
·
Dove Road
2
Turn right onto Chickadee Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Chickadee Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Hess Lane
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hess Lane
4
Turn right onto KY 864
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Poplar Level Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 264 East
6
Merge onto I 264
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Henry Watterson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19A
Toward I 64 East: Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 64
45 mi
·
49 min
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I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 58
Toward US 60: Frankfort, Versailles
10
Keep slight right at fork
249 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Versailles
11
Merge onto US 60
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
·
Versailles Road
12
Continue on US 60
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Frankfort Highway
13
Continue on US 60
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Frankfort Road
14
Turn slight right onto US 60 Business; US 62
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Frankfort Street
15
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
16
Continue on KY 33
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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Troy Pike
17
Turn left onto KY 169
4.5 mi
·
6 min
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Pinckard Pike
18
Continue on KY 169
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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Keene-Versailles Road
19
Continue on KY 169
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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Pinchard Pike
20
Turn right onto KY 169; KY 1267
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Keene Road
21
Continue on KY 169
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Keene Road
22
Continue on KY 169
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 3rd Street
23
Turn left onto KY 169
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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West Oak Street
24
Turn right onto US 27 Business
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
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North Main Street
25
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 39.7 miles from Audubon Park, KY, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.8 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 79.4 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.7 miles or 49m 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 23m
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 Audubon Park, 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 Audubon Park, KY
This is one driving day of about 79.4 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Audubon Park, 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 I 64 for about 44.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.7 mi from Audubon Park, KY · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 79.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.7 miles from Audubon Park, 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
$12.41 one way
$24.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.63 | $27.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.28 | $30.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.53 | $35.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.95 | $3.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.12 | $5.08 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Morning in Nicholasville on Wednesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 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 40m 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 Audubon Park, KY to Nicholasville, KY covers 79.4 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Frankfort Road, Keene Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.7 miles from Audubon Park, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.41 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Hess Lane): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (I 264 / Henry Watterson Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Audubon Park, KY to Nicholasville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Versailles along the way.
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