Origin
Covington, KY
Afternoon in Covington on Sunday
Local time
4:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Covington, KY to Coal Run Village, KY
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
210.6 mi
339 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
★
6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Covington, KY
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Coal Run Village, KY
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Trip Overview
Spanning 210.6 miles, this journey from Covington to Coal Run Village is a straightforward trek across Kentucky that typically takes about 3 hours and 55 minutes. Because the route is highway-focused, you can comfortably complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stop. Budgeting roughly $32 for fuel will cover your transit across the state. The drive transitions from the northern reach of the state down into the southeastern region, offering a clear path between these two points. It is a highly practical route for travelers who prefer efficient, steady progress over backroad wandering.
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
105.3 miles from Covington, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a consistent, highway-centric experience, as 94% of this drive is spent on major thoroughfares including I-71, the Mountain Parkway, and US 23. You will face a mix of interstate transit and arterial highway driving, providing a predictable rhythm behind the wheel. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Mountain Parkway, where you will cover 81.7 miles of steady road. As you navigate these paths, the environment shifts from the urbanized Covington area toward the more distinct terrain characteristic of southeastern Kentucky. It is an ideal route if you want to make good time while staying on well-maintained, high-speed roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 81.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mountain Parkway and I 71. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near KY 1120 / East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 210.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.4 miles (KY 1120 / East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles (I 71; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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KY 1120 / East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn right onto KY 1120 / East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.1 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 71 South, I 75 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 71 South, I 75 South
5
1.4 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 71; I 75
Merge onto I 71; I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
80.3 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
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I 64
Take the exit onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
6
96.9 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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Mountain Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Mountain Parkway toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Campton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Ca...
Towns Along This Route
Between Covington, KY and Coal Run Village, KY, road signs point toward Ashland, Mountain Parkway East, Prestonsburg and Campton.
Ashland
80.3 mi in
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~1h 30m
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via I 64
Mountain Parkway East
96.9 mi in
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~1h 49m
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via Mountain Parkway
Prestonsburg
96.9 mi in
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~1h 49m
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via Mountain Parkway
Campton
96.9 mi in
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~1h 49m
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via Mountain Parkway
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Parkway | 81.7 mi | 1h 28m |
| I 71 | 78.9 mi | 1h 26m |
| US 23 | 20.4 mi | 23m |
| I 64 | 16.6 mi | 18m |
| Old Middle Creek Road | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Scott Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Happy Valley Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mountain Parkway
— 81.7 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington, KY and Coal Run Village, KY.
1
Start on East 7th Street
12 ft
·
4 sec
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East 7th Street
2
Turn right onto KY 17
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Scott Boulevard
3
Turn right onto KY 1120
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on KY 1120
203 ft
·
13 sec
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West 12th Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 71 South, I 75 South
6
Merge onto I 71; I 75
79 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
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I 71; I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 64
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 64
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto Mountain Parkway
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
Mountain Parkway
Toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Campton
9
Continue on KY 114
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Old Middle Creek Road
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
11
Merge onto US 23; US 460
20 mi
·
23 min
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US 23; US 460
12
Turn right onto Happy Valley Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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Happy Valley Drive
13
Turn right onto Leslie Drive
240 ft
·
10 sec
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Leslie Drive
14
Arrive at destination
Leslie Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-four-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to depart when it suits your schedule, though leaving early helps you avoid potential congestion near Covington. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the 210.6-mile distance is long enough to warrant a break for fuel or snacks. Keep an eye on your dashboard as you transition between I-71 and the Mountain Parkway to ensure you stay on track during the major highway interchanges. Because fuel costs for the trip hover around $32, consider filling up before you leave the Covington area to take advantage of potentially more stable pricing. Use your single planned stop to break up the monotony of the longer highway stretches, ensuring you arrive in Coal Run Village feeling refreshed.
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 105.3 miles from Covington, KY, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.7 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 105.3 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coal Run Village, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Covington, 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 Covington, KY
This is one driving day of about 210.6 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Covington, 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 81.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.3 mi from Covington, KY · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 105.3 miles from Covington, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Mountain Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.7 miles.
Arriving in Coal Run Village, KY
The final approach into Coal Run Village, 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 Coal Run Village, 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
$31.99 one way
$63.98 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $35.26 | $70.53 |
| premium | $4.80 | $39.76 | $79.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.79 | $93.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.2 | 0 | $22.11 | $10.11 |
| Efficient EV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.43 | $8.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.2 | 1 | $29.48 | $13.48 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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
Coal Run Village, KY
Afternoon in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
4:00 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
12 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
3h 55m 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 Covington, KY to Coal Run Village, KY covers 210.6 miles and takes about 3h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mountain Parkway, I 71, US 23. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105.3 miles from Covington, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.99 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 210.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.4 miles (KY 1120 / East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles (I 71; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Covington, KY and Coal Run Village, KY, road signs point toward Ashland, Mountain Parkway East, Prestonsburg and Campton.
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