Origin
Coal Run Village, KY
Evening in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
5:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coal Run Village, KY to Elkhorn City, KY
Drive Time
32m
Distance
26.5 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coal Run Village, KY
Vietnam Hidden Light
Trip Overview
If you are planning a short excursion through Southeastern Kentucky, the 26.5-mile journey from Coal Run Village to Elkhorn City is a straightforward option. Expect to spend about 32 minutes behind the wheel for this quick trip, which is perfectly suited for a single-day outing. You will primarily navigate via North Mayo Trail, Regina Belcher Highway, and East Shelbiana Road. With fuel costs estimated at $4, it is an economical route that requires minimal logistical planning. Because the entire drive is contained within the same region, you can easily complete it in an afternoon without needing to worry about overnight accommodations.
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
13.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Only 11 miles of this 26.5-mile trek occur on highways, meaning the majority of your time is spent on winding local roads. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted segment during the 9-mile stretch on North Mayo Trail. As you transition between the various roads, the driving experience shifts from wider thoroughfares to more technical maneuvers. It is the type of route that keeps you engaged, requiring you to stay alert through the curves that define this Kentucky landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Mayo Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Combs Drive.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 32m drive. You will face about 6 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 (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Combs Drive
Turn left onto Combs Drive
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail
Turn right onto US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
9.2 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
23.3 mi into trip
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~27m in
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KY 80
Turn right onto KY 80
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
26.3 mi into trip
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~31m in
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KY 80 / Patty Loveless Drive
At end of road, turn left onto KY 80 / Patty Loveless Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Mayo Trail | 9 mi | 10m |
| Regina Belcher Highway | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| East Shelbiana Road | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Millard Highway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| KY 80 | 3 mi | 4m |
| South Mayo Trail | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Patty Loveless Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Combs Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Mayo Trail
— 9 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Run Village, KY and Elkhorn City, KY.
1
Start on Leslie Drive
240 ft
·
16 sec
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Leslie Drive
2
Turn left onto Combs Drive
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
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Combs Drive
3
Turn right onto US 23; US 460; KY 80
9.0 mi
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10 min
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North Mayo Trail
Use the none lane.
4
Take the exit
169 ft
·
9 sec
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 460; KY 80
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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South Mayo Trail
6
Continue on US 460; KY 80
4.3 mi
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4 min
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East Shelbiana Road
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 460; KY 80
3.3 mi
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3 min
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Millard Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on US 460; KY 80
5.3 mi
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6 min
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Regina Belcher Highway
9
Turn right onto KY 80
3.0 mi
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4 min
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KY 80
Use the none lane.
10
At end of road, turn left onto KY 80
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Patty Loveless Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
KY 80
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 32-minute trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops along the way, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route makes it wise to drive during daylight hours to better navigate the curves. Given the $4 fuel estimate, ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Coal Run Village to avoid unnecessary detours. Focus on maintaining a steady pace, as the local road layout requires frequent adjustments to your speed.
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 13.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9 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 26.5 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.2 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elkhorn City, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coal Run Village, 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 Coal Run Village, KY
This is one driving day of about 26.5 miles and 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Coal Run Village, 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 North Mayo Trail for about 9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.2 mi from Coal Run Village, KY · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 26.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elkhorn City, KY
The final approach into Elkhorn City, 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 Elkhorn City, 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
$4.03 one way
$8.05 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.44 | $8.87 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.00 | $10.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.89 | $11.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.70 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Elkhorn City, KY
Evening in Elkhorn City on Sunday
Local time
5:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
32m 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 Coal Run Village, KY to Elkhorn City, KY covers 26.5 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Mayo Trail, Regina Belcher Highway, East Shelbiana Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.03 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 32m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Coal Run Village, KY to Elkhorn City, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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