Origin
Coal Run Village, KY
Evening in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
6:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coal Run Village, KY to Nevada, KY
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
180.8 mi
291 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
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6 AM
3h 31m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m
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
Nevada, KY
Stephan Müller
Trip Overview
Spanning 180.8 miles across Kentucky, this journey from Coal Run Village to Nevada is a straightforward trek through the Southeast that typically takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. Since the entire route is well-contained within the state, you can easily complete it in a single day, making it an efficient choice for those who prefer to reach their destination without an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $27 for fuel, keeping your travel costs predictable. The drive relies primarily on the Mountain Parkway, KY 114, and the North Mayo Trail to navigate the region. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this highway-focused path provides a reliable link between the two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
90.4 miles from Coal Run Village, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
You will spend about 77% of your time on highways, creating a drive that balances speed with regional road travel. The route feels like a consistent highway-focused experience, anchored by a significant 57-mile stretch along the Mountain Parkway. This long segment allows you to maintain a steady pace before transitioning onto the secondary roads that define the latter portions of the trip. Behind the wheel, you can expect a functional flow that shifts from major thoroughfares to the more localized feel of the North Mayo Trail. It is a practical drive that prioritizes directness over technical, winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mountain Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 57 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mountain Parkway and KY 114. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Combs Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 180.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 130.6 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 133 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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
130.6 mi into trip
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~2h 25m in
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I 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cinci...
8
133 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
Take the exit toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
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 113
Toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
7
140.4 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward US 60 West: Versailles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5B
Toward US 60 West: Versailles
6
159.4 mi into trip
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~3h 2m in
Take the exit toward US 127 South: Harrodsburg, Danville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 59A
Toward US 127 South: Harrodsburg, Danville
Towns Along This Route
Between Coal Run Village, KY and Nevada, KY, road signs point toward Cincinnati, Lexington, Elizabethtown and Danville.
Cincinnati
130.6 mi in
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~2h 25m
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via I 64
Lexington
133 mi in
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~2h 28m
Elizabethtown
146.6 mi in
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~2h 48m
Danville
159.4 mi in
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~3h 2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Parkway | 57 mi | 1h 1m |
| KY 114 | 36.3 mi | 40m |
| North Mayo Trail | 21.3 mi | 24m |
| I 64 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| US 127 | 15 mi | 17m |
| Bluegrass Parkway | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| West New Circle Road | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Perryville Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Mountain Parkway
— 57 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Run Village, KY and Nevada, 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
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
21 mi
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24 min
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North Mayo Trail
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
6
Turn left onto KY 114
36 mi
·
40 min
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KY 114
7
Continue on Mountain Parkway
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
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Mountain Parkway
8
Merge onto I 64
16 mi
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16 min
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I 64
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
2.4 mi
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3 min
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I 64
Toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 113
Toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto US 27; US 68
1.2 mi
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2 min
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North Broadway
12
Turn right onto US KY4
5.8 mi
·
8 min
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West New Circle Road
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 5B
Toward US 60 West: Versailles
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto US 60
4.5 mi
·
6 min
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Versailles Road
Use the left / none lanes.
15
Continue on US 60
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Lexington Road
16
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward Elizabethtown
17
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 59A
Toward US 127 South: Harrodsburg, Danville
19
Merge onto US 127; KY 513
15 mi
·
17 min
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US 127; KY 513
20
Turn right onto US 68; KY 152
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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Mooreland Avenue
21
Continue on US 68
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Perryville Street
22
Continue on US 68
5.2 mi
·
7 min
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Perryville Road
23
Turn right onto Bugg Road
7 ft
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0 sec
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Bugg Road
24
Arrive at destination
Bugg Road
Trip Plan
Planning for this 3.5-hour trip is simple, as you only need to account for one planned stop to maintain a comfortable pace. Because the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving mid-morning can help you avoid any localized congestion. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you navigate the transition between the Mountain Parkway and the local KY 114 segments to ensure you are well-prepared for the final leg. Since you are covering 180.8 miles in one go, use your single stop to stretch and reset before tackling the final stretch toward Nevada. Prioritizing your fuel stops along the highway portions will help keep your $27 budget accurate and your travel stress-free.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 90.4 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.4 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 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 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 180.8 miles and 3h 30m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Mountain Parkway for about 57 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90.4 mi from Coal Run Village, KY · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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 90.4 miles from Coal Run Village, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.46 one way
$54.92 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $30.27 | $60.55 |
| premium | $4.80 | $34.13 | $68.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $40.17 | $80.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.2 | 0 | $18.98 | $8.68 |
| Efficient EV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.82 | $7.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.3 | 0 | $25.31 | $11.57 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Nevada, KY
Evening in Nevada on Sunday
Local time
6:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
24 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
3h 30m 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 Nevada, KY covers 180.8 miles and takes about 3h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mountain Parkway, KY 114, North Mayo Trail. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 90.4 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 $27.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 180.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 130.6 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 133 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Coal Run Village, KY and Nevada, KY, road signs point toward Cincinnati, Lexington, Elizabethtown and Danville.
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