Origin
Coal Run Village, KY
Afternoon in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coal Run Village, KY to Meads, KY
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
93.6 mi
151 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
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6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coal Run Village, KY
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Meads, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Coal Run Village to Meads, expect a straightforward 93.6-mile journey through the Southeast region of Kentucky. You should budget about 1 hour and 50 minutes of driving time, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $14 on fuel for the trek. The path primarily follows the North Mayo Trail, with additional segments on US Route 60 and I-64. Since the route involves no scheduled stops, you have the flexibility to complete the drive in one efficient push.
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
46.8 miles from Coal Run Village, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While you will spend 9% of your time on highways, the vast majority of your journey is spent navigating local roads. You will face a significant 84.5-mile stretch on the North Mayo Trail, which serves as the backbone of this route. The character of the drive shifts from technical, winding local roads to shorter bursts of interstate travel. Staying focused is key, as the constant turns define the personality of this 93.6-mile trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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 84.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Combs Drive.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Coal Run Village, KY to Meads, KY is easy. At 1h 50m with 9% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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
4
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
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail
Continue onto US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
84.6 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
89.3 mi into trip
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~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward KY 180, US 60: Cannonsburg, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 185
Toward KY 180, US 60: Cannonsburg, Ashland
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Mayo Trail | 84.5 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 64 | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| US Route 60 | 2 mi | 3m |
| KY 180 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Combs Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Midland Trail Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Leslie Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Marsh Hill Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Mayo Trail
— 84.5 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Run Village, KY and Meads, KY.
1
Start on Leslie Drive
240 ft
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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
0.5 mi
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42 sec
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North Mayo Trail
4
Continue on US 23; US 460; KY 80
84 mi
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1 hr 36 min
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North Mayo Trail
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
6
Merge onto I 64
4.4 mi
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4 min
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I 64
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
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55 sec
Exit 185
Toward KY 180, US 60: Cannonsburg, Ashland
8
Turn right onto KY 180
1.6 mi
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2 min
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KY 180
9
Continue on US 60
2.0 mi
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3 min
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US Route 60
10
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
110 ft
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8 sec
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Marsh Hill Drive
11
Turn left onto Midland Trail Road
410 ft
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19 sec
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Midland Trail Road
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 1-hour and 50-minute drive, you have plenty of scheduling freedom to depart whenever suits your itinerary best. Since there are no planned stops on the route, ensure your fuel tank is ready for the $14 cost before you head out from Coal Run Village. Keep in mind that the heavy concentration of turns on the North Mayo Trail can be more tiring than a standard interstate cruise, so plan for a quick stretch break if you feel the need. Making the most of this flexibility is the best way to handle the transition between local roads and the I-64 corridor.
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 46.8 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.5 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.8 miles or 54m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meads, 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 93.6 miles and 1h 50m.
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 84.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.8 mi from Coal Run Village, KY · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 46.8 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before North Mayo Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.5 miles.
Arriving in Meads, KY
The final approach into Meads, 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 Meads, 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
$14.22 one way
$28.43 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.67 | $31.34 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.67 | $35.34 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.79 | $41.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.83 | $4.49 |
| Efficient EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.19 | $3.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.10 | $5.99 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Meads, KY
Afternoon in Meads on Sunday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
25 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 50m 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 Meads, KY covers 93.6 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Mayo Trail, I 64, US Route 60. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.8 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 $14.22 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 Coal Run Village, KY to Meads, KY is easy. At 1h 50m with 9% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Coal Run Village, KY to Meads, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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