Origin
Columbia, KY
Late night in Columbia on Saturday
Local time
4:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Columbia, KY to Oregon, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
85.4 mi
137 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbia, KY
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Oregon, KY
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
The drive from Columbia, KY to Oregon, KY covers 85.4 miles and takes about 1h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bluegrass Parkway, Triple 5 Highway, Campbellsville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.8 miles on Bluegrass Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.35 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
42.7 miles from Columbia, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 85.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 43m drive with frequent turns across 85.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bluegrass Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
963 ft
533 ft
Total Climb
552 ft
Total Descent
766 ft
Highest Point
963 ft
~24.4 mi in
Elevation Range
430 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 85.4 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: at 18 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.1 miles (KY 2154 / Lebanon Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 37.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
18 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward US 68, KY 55, KY 70: West Broadway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 68, KY 55, KY 70: West Broadway
4
36.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
KY 2154 / Lebanon Bypass
Turn left onto KY 2154 / Lebanon Bypass
Navigation decision point
5
37.3 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
46.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway
Enter roundabout onto KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
78.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Columbia, KY to Oregon, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Danville along the way.
Danville
78.4 mi in
|
~1h 29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegrass Parkway | 16.8 mi | 17m |
| Triple 5 Highway | 14.6 mi | 16m |
| Campbellsville Road | 10.3 mi | 12m |
| New Columbia Road | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| New Lebanon Road | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| New Campbellsville Road | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| US 127 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Lebanon Road | 2.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Bluegrass Parkway
— 16.8 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, KY and Oregon, KY.
1
Start on KY 55 Business; KY 80
270 ft
·
4 sec
·
Public Square
2
Continue on KY 55 Business
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Campbellsville Street
3
Continue on KY 55 Business
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Campbellsville Road
4
Continue on KY 55
10 mi
·
11 min
·
New Columbia Road
5
Take the exit
338 ft
·
10 sec
Toward US 68, KY 55, KY 70: West Broadway
6
Merge onto US 68; KY 55; KY 70
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Broadway
7
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Broadway Street
8
Continue on US 68; KY 55
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
New Lebanon Road
9
Continue on US 68; KY 55
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
New Campbellsville Road
10
Continue on US 68; KY 55
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Campbellsville Road
11
Continue on US 68; KY 55
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Jane Todd Crawford Trail
12
Continue on US 68; KY 55
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Campbellsville Road
13
Turn left onto KY 2154
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lebanon Bypass
14
Turn left
150 ft
·
2 sec
15
Keep slight right at fork
166 ft
·
2 sec
16
Turn straight onto KY 2154
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
17
Turn slight right
185 ft
·
2 sec
18
Turn left
308 ft
·
4 sec
19
Turn straight onto KY 2154
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
20
Turn left onto KY 55
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Road
21
Continue on KY 55
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Lebanon Road
22
Continue on KY 55
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Bypass
23
Enter roundabout onto KY 555
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
Triple 5 Highway
24
Continue on KY 555
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
Triple 5 Highway
25
Keep slight right at fork onto KY 555
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
Triple 5 Highway
26
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
110 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 150
27
Continue on KY 555
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Triple 5 Highway
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
29
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway
17 mi
·
17 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 59A
Toward US 127 South: Harrodsburg, Danville
31
Merge onto US 127; KY 513
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 127; KY 513
32
Turn left
241 ft
·
10 sec
33
Continue on Oregon Road
2.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Oregon Road
34
Arrive at destination
Oregon 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 42.7 miles from Columbia, KY, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.8 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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.7 miles or 49m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oregon, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Columbia, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Columbia, KY
This is one driving day of about 85.4 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Columbia, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Bluegrass Parkway for about 16.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.7 mi from Columbia, KY · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.7 miles from Columbia, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oregon, KY
The final approach into Oregon, 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
$13.35 one way
$26.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.43 | $32.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.86 | $37.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
| Efficient EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.47 | $3.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.96 | $5.47 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Oregon, KY
Late night in Oregon on Saturday
Local time
5:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Lebanon, KY
43 mi in
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
22 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 43m 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 Columbia, KY to Oregon, KY covers 85.4 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bluegrass Parkway, Triple 5 Highway, Campbellsville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.7 miles from Columbia, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.35 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 85.4 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: at 18 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.1 miles (KY 2154 / Lebanon Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 37.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Columbia, KY to Oregon, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Danville along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 533 ft to 963 ft elevation with about 552 ft of total climbing.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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