Origin
Elkhorn City, KY
Evening in Elkhorn City on Sunday
Local time
6:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elkhorn City, KY to Coal Run Village, KY
Drive Time
31m
Distance
26.5 mi
43 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coal Run Village, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit through Southeast Kentucky, the 26.5-mile journey from Elkhorn City to Coal Run Village is a straightforward option. Expect to spend about 31 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require any overnight stops. You will navigate via Elkhorn Street, Corridor Q, and US 23 to complete the transition. Budgeting roughly $4 for fuel should keep your tank covered for the duration of the trip. Since both ends of the drive are situated within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the commute. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
13.2 miles from Elkhorn City, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving profile that transitions between local streets and faster highway segments. With a 49% highway share, you will spend nearly half of your time on more open roads, including a significant 12.6-mile stretch along US 23. This longest segment provides the most consistent pace, allowing you to settle in before the road conditions shift. Because the total distance is relatively short, the drive offers a balanced experience that avoids the monotony of a long-haul interstate grind. You will find that the road surface and traffic flow change as you move from the initial local streets onto the primary corridors.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near KY 80 / Elkhorn Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 26.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (KY 80 / Elkhorn Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (KY 3174 / Corridor Q): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 miles (KY 3174): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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KY 80 / Elkhorn Street
At end of road, turn right onto KY 80 / Elkhorn Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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KY 3174 / Corridor Q
Merge onto KY 3174 / Corridor Q
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
13.2 mi into trip
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~15m in
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KY 3174
Keep slight right at fork onto KY 3174 toward US 23, US 119
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 23, US 119
5
13.6 mi into trip
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~16m in
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US 23; US 119
Merge onto US 23; US 119
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
26.4 mi into trip
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~31m in
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Leslie Drive
Turn right onto Leslie Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 12.6 mi | 14m |
| Corridor Q | 11.6 mi | 12m |
| Elkhorn Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| KY 3174 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Patty Loveless Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Mayo Trail | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Happy Valley Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Leslie Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 12.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elkhorn City, KY and Coal Run Village, KY.
1
Start on KY 80
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Patty Loveless Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
At end of road, turn right onto KY 80
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Elkhorn Street
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
4
Merge onto KY 3174
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Corridor Q
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto KY 3174
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
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KY 3174
Toward US 23, US 119
6
Merge onto US 23; US 119
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 23; US 119
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 23; US 460; KY 80
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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North Mayo Trail
8
Turn right onto Happy Valley Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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Happy Valley Drive
9
Turn right onto Leslie Drive
240 ft
·
10 sec
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Leslie Drive
10
Arrive at destination
Leslie Drive
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 31-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning complex rest stops since the route is direct and requires zero scheduled breaks. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as a $4 budget is a tight estimate depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Since you are covering 26.5 miles, ensure your tires and fluids are ready for a quick but steady pace along US 23. Use the shorter distance to your advantage by choosing a departure window that avoids local peak traffic hours to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted ride.
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 13.2 miles from Elkhorn City, KY, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.6 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 26.5 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.2 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
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 Elkhorn City, 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 Elkhorn City, KY
This is one driving day of about 26.5 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elkhorn City, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 23 for about 12.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.2 mi from Elkhorn City, KY · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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
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
$4.03 one way
$8.05 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.44 | $8.87 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.00 | $10.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.89 | $11.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.70 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Coal Run Village, KY
Evening in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
6:25 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
31m 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 Elkhorn City, KY to Coal Run Village, KY covers 26.5 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, Corridor Q, Elkhorn Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.2 miles from Elkhorn City, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.03 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 demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 26.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (KY 80 / Elkhorn Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (KY 3174 / Corridor Q): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 miles (KY 3174): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Elkhorn City, KY to Coal Run Village, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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