Origin
Brodhead, KY
Afternoon in Brodhead on Friday
Local time
12:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brodhead, KY to Lexington, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
55.6 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brodhead, KY
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Trip Overview
Brodhead, KY to Lexington, KY is 55.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 8 minutes via I 75, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the Southeast region, specifically moving from one part of Kentucky to another. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on the interstate, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently. You'll likely appreciate the brevity of this journey, as it won't consume a significant portion of your day.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 55.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 79% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 75. Expect the longest continuous stretch to be 41.3 miles on I 75, so much of your time will be spent on this high-speed corridor. While the profile is largely highway, you'll start and end on local roads, including Old Broadhead Road and Athens Boonesboro Road, which will offer a change of pace before and after the interstate segment. This mix means you'll experience both faster travel and some more local driving.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Old Broadhead Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KY 1505 / Boone Way.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (KY 1505 / Boone Way): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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KY 1505 / Boone Way
At end of road, turn left onto KY 1505 / Boone Way
Navigation decision point
5
7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
7.2 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
48.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward KY 418: Lexington, Athens
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 104
Toward KY 418: Lexington, Athens
5
48.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 Brodhead, KY to Lexington, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Athens along the way.
Athens
48.5 mi in
|
~56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 41.3 mi | 44m |
| Old Broadhead Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Athens Boonesboro Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Richmond Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Man O War Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Cumberland Lake Parkway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Pimlico Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Richmond Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 41.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brodhead, KY and Lexington, KY.
1
Start on Sycamore Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Sycamore Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto KY 1505
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Boone Way
3
Turn right onto KY 1326
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Broadhead Road
4
Turn left onto KY 461
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Lake Parkway
5
Continue on US 25
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond Street
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 75
41 mi
·
44 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 104
Toward KY 418: Lexington, Athens
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
361 ft
·
11 sec
10
Continue on KY 418
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Athens Boonesboro Road
11
Continue on US 25; US 421
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Richmond Road
12
Turn left onto Man O War Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Man O War Boulevard
13
Turn right onto Pimlico Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Pimlico Parkway
14
Turn right onto Gainesway Drive
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Gainesway Drive
15
Turn right onto Coldstream Drive
261 ft
·
9 sec
·
Coldstream Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Coldstream Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.8 mi from Brodhead, KY · 34m into the drive
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Brodhead, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lexington, KY
The final approach into Lexington, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.69 one way
$17.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.54 | $19.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.70 | $21.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.28 | $24.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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, KY
Afternoon in Lexington on Friday
Local time
12:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Richmond, KY
28 mi in
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
23 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 8m 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 Brodhead, KY to Lexington, KY covers 55.6 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Old Broadhead Road, Athens Boonesboro 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 27.8 miles from Brodhead, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.69 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 55.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (KY 1505 / Boone Way): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Brodhead, KY to Lexington, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Athens along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Camp Nelson National Monument and Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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