Origin
Crittenden, KY
Night in Crittenden on Friday
Local time
11:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crittenden, KY to Lexington, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
60.8 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crittenden, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Crittenden, KY to Lexington, KY covers 60.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Newtown Pike, Chinoe Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.4 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 60.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 60.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Newtown Pike. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.4 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Newtown Pike. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 13m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Lexington
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
51.2 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward KY 922: Airport, 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 115
Toward KY 922: Airport, Lexington
6
51.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
KY 922 / Newtown Pike
Turn right onto KY 922 / Newtown Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
55.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
South Upper Street
At end of road, turn right onto South Upper Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 50.4 mi | 54m |
| Newtown Pike | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Chinoe Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Tates Creek Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Oliver Lewis Way | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Euclid Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Alumni Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Avenue of Champions | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 50.4 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crittenden, KY and Lexington, KY.
1
Start on US 25; KY 491
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto KY 491
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Violet Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 75
50 mi
·
54 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 115
Toward KY 922: Airport, Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn right onto KY 922
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Newtown Pike
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on KY 922
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Oliver Lewis Way
8
Continue on Bolivar Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Bolivar Street
9
At end of road, turn right onto South Upper Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Upper Street
10
Continue on South Limestone
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Limestone
11
Turn right onto Avenue of Champions
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Avenue of Champions
12
Continue on Euclid Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Euclid Avenue
13
Turn right onto East High Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
East High Street
14
Continue on Tates Creek Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tates Creek Road
15
Turn slight left
493 ft
·
18 sec
16
Continue on Alumni Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Alumni Drive
17
Turn right onto Chinoe Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Chinoe Road
18
Continue on Greentree Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Greentree Road
19
Turn left onto Gainesway Drive
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Gainesway Drive
20
Turn left onto Coldstream Drive
261 ft
·
9 sec
·
Coldstream Drive
21
Arrive at destination
Coldstream Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.4 mi from Crittenden, KY · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Crittenden, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lexington, KY
The final approach into Lexington, 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
$9.51 one way
$19.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.44 | $20.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.42 | $26.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Lexington, KY
Night in Lexington on Friday
Local time
11:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Cloudy
S 2 to 8 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
51°F
Georgetown, KY
30 mi in
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
1h 13m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Crittenden, KY to Lexington, KY covers 60.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Newtown Pike, Chinoe Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.4 miles from Crittenden, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.51 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 1h 13m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Crittenden, KY to Lexington, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Camp Nelson National Monument.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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