Origin
Dry Ridge, KY
Morning in Dry Ridge on Thursday
Local time
11:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dry Ridge, KY to Nicholasville, KY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
60.4 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dry Ridge, KY
Marko Mocilac
Nicholasville, KY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Dry Ridge, KY to Nicholasville, KY covers 60.4 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Broadway Street, I 75 South, KY 922 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 60.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 14m drive with frequent turns across 60.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broadway Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dry Ridge, KY to Nicholasville, KY is easy. At 1h 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dry Ridge, KY to Nicholasville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway Street | — | — |
| I 75 South | — | — |
| KY 922 | — | — |
| Newtown Pike | — | — |
| Oliver Lewis Way | — | — |
| Bolivar Street | — | — |
| South Upper Street | — | — |
| South Limestone | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Broadway Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dry Ridge, KY and Nicholasville, KY.
1
Start on the route
79 ft
·
9 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Broadway Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Street
3
Take the ramp left toward I 75 South
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 75 South
4
Merge slight left
43 mi
·
46 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward KY 922: Airport, Lexington
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
KY 922: Airport, Lexington
6
Turn right onto Newtown Pike
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Newtown Pike
7
Continue on Oliver Lewis Way
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Oliver Lewis Way
8
Continue on Bolivar Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Bolivar Street
9
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Upper Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Upper Street
10
Turn straight onto South Limestone
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Limestone
11
Continue on Nicholasville Road
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Nicholasville Road
12
Continue on Lexington Road
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Lexington Road
13
Turn left onto North Main Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.2 mi from Dry Ridge, KY · 37m 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 30.2 miles from Dry Ridge, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nicholasville, KY
The final approach into Nicholasville, 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
$9.44 one way
$18.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.37 | $20.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.62 | $23.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 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 | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.46 | $3.87 |
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
Nicholasville, KY
Morning in Nicholasville on Thursday
Local time
11:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 14m 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 Dry Ridge, KY to Nicholasville, KY covers 60.4 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broadway Street, I 75 South, KY 922. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.2 miles from Dry Ridge, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.44 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 Dry Ridge, KY to Nicholasville, KY is easy. At 1h 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dry Ridge, KY to Nicholasville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dry Ridge, KY to Nicholasville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Nicholasville, KY
More from Dry Ridge, KY
More trips to Nicholasville, KY
Explore more options from Dry Ridge, KY or browse trips ending in Nicholasville, KY.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse KY road trips.
Explore maps for Dry Ridge, KY or Nicholasville, KY on MapSof.net.