The drive from Burlington, KY to Nevada, KY covers 111.1 miles and takes about 2h 16m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Frankfort Highway, US 127, I 71 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.2 miles on Frankfort Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.37 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.
Midpoint
55.6 miles from Burlington, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 111.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Burlington, KY to Nevada, KY covers 111.1 miles and takes about 2h 16m, 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 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Frankfort Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
932 ft512 ft
Total Climb
764 ft
Total Descent
788 ft
Highest Point
932 ft
~39.7 mi in
Elevation Range
421 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KY 18 / Washington Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 111.1 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 18 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.2 miles (I 71; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|KY 18 / Washington Street
Turn right onto KY 18 / Washington Street
Navigation decision point
7
4.6 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 South, I 75 South: Lexington, Louisville
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 71 South, I 75 South: Lexington, Louis...
5
6.2 mi into trip|~11m in|I 71; I 75
Merge onto I 71; I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
13.1 mi into trip|~18m in|I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 South: Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 173
Toward I 71 South: Louisville
6
27.9 mi into trip|~35m in
Take the exit toward US 127: Owenton, Glencoe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 62
Toward US 127: Owenton, Glencoe
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 Burlington, KY to Nevada, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Glencoe along the way.
Glencoe
27.9 mi in|~35m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Frankfort Highway
24.2 mi
27m
US 127
23.7 mi
28m
I 71
21.7 mi
23m
Warsaw Road
7.7 mi
9m
Lawrenceburg Road
6.1 mi
7m
Perryville Road
5.2 mi
7m
Old Frankfort Road
4.5 mi
5m
Burlington Pike
4.4 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Frankfort Highway
— 24.2 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, KY and Nevada, KY.
1
Start on KY 338
68 ft·5 sec·Jefferson Street
2
Turn right onto KY 18
0.2 mi·21 sec·Washington Street
3
Continue on KY 18
4.4 mi·7 min·Burlington Pike
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
1.6 mi·3 min
Toward I 71 South, I 75 South: Lexington, LouisvilleUse the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 71; I 75
6.9 mi·7 min·I 71; I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto I 71
15 mi·16 min·I 71
Exit 173Toward I 71 South: LouisvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 62Toward US 127: Owenton, Glencoe
8
Turn left onto US 127
8.2 mi·9 min·US 127
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 127
7.7 mi·9 min·Warsaw Road
10
Continue on US 127; KY 227
0.3 mi·28 sec·Roland Avenue
11
Turn slight left onto US 127; KY 227
1.2 mi·1 min·North Main Street
12
Turn right onto US 127
24 mi·27 min·Frankfort Highway
13
Take the exit onto US 127
0.2 mi·36 sec·US 127
14
Merge onto US 127; US 421
1.7 mi·1 min·Wilkinson Boulevard
15
Turn right onto US 127; US 421
2.8 mi·4 min·West Frankfort Connector
16
Continue on US 127
6.1 mi·7 min·Lawrenceburg Road
17
Continue on US 127
2.2 mi·2 min·Frankfort Road
18
Continue on US 127 Bypass
2.5 mi·2 min·Bypass North
19
Continue on US 127 Bypass; US 62 Truck
4.5 mi·5 min·Old Frankfort Road
20
Continue on US 127; KY 513
15 mi·18 min·US 127; KY 513
21
Turn right onto US 68; KY 152
0.2 mi·18 sec·Mooreland Avenue
22
Continue on US 68
0.7 mi·1 min·Perryville Street
23
Continue on US 68
5.2 mi·7 min·Perryville Road
24
Turn right onto Bugg Road
7 ft·0 sec·Bugg Road
25
Arrive at destination
Bugg Road
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 55.6 miles from Burlington, KY, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.2 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 24 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.6 miles or 1h 8m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nevada, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burlington, 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 Burlington, KY
This is one driving day of about 111.1 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Burlington, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Frankfort Highway for about 24.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.6 mi from Burlington, KY
· 1h 8m into the drive
The midpoint is around 55.6 miles from Burlington, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nevada, KY
The final approach into Nevada, 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 Nevada, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Camp Nelson National Monument
National Monument
The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
Free
near mile 103.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.37 one way
$34.74 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$19.07
$38.14
premium
$4.89
$21.38
$42.76
diesel
$5.61
$24.53
$49.06
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.3
0
$11.67
$5.33
Efficient EV
27.8
0
$9.72
$4.44
EV Truck/SUV
44.4
0
$15.55
$7.11
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Burlington, KY
Afternoon
in Burlington on Friday
Local time
12:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Nevada, KY
Afternoon
in Nevada on Friday
Local time
12:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
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
2h 16m 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 Burlington, KY to Nevada, KY covers 111.1 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Frankfort Highway, US 127, I 71. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.6 miles from Burlington, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.37 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 111.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KY 18 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.2 miles (I 71; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Burlington, KY to Nevada, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Glencoe along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 512 ft to 932 ft elevation with about 764 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Camp Nelson National Monument.
