Origin
Flatwoods, KY
Late night in Flatwoods on Thursday
Local time
1:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flatwoods, KY to Ironville, KY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
15m
Distance
7.5 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flatwoods, KY
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Ironville, KY
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Trip Overview
This short 7.5-mile drive from Flatwoods to Ironville, Kentucky, is a quick 15-minute journey perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with Bellefonte Princess Road and Diederich Boulevard being key parts of your route. Given its brevity and minimal fuel cost (estimated at $1), this trip doesn't require an overnight stay. The experience is a straightforward local drive, ideal for a brief excursion within the Southeast region of Kentucky. It offers a simple, no-fuss way to get from point A to point B.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
3.7 miles from Flatwoods, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 7.5-mile trip, with 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 2.8 miles along Bellefonte Princess Road. As you travel, the route will feel like a typical local road experience, characterized by frequent turns and navigation through residential and commercial areas rather than open highways. This isn't a route for high speeds or long, sweeping vistas, but rather a practical transition between two points within the community.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bellefonte Princess Road is the longest continuous segment at about 2.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KY 207 / Argillite Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KY 207 / Argillite Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (KY 5 / Bellefonte Princess Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (KY 766 / West Donta Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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KY 207 / Argillite Road
Turn left onto KY 207 / Argillite Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.7 mi into trip
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~7m in
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KY 5 / Bellefonte Princess Road
At end of road, turn right onto KY 5 / Bellefonte Princess Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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KY 766 / West Donta Road
Turn left onto KY 766 / West Donta Road
Navigation decision point
5
7.3 mi into trip
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~14m in
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Pine Street
Turn sharp left onto Pine Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
7.3 mi into trip
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~14m in
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Brett Street
Turn right onto Brett Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bellefonte Princess Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Country Club Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| Diederich Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Bellefonte Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Donta Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Argillite Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Saint Christopher Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brett Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Bellefonte Princess Road
— 2.8 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flatwoods, KY and Ironville, KY.
1
Start on KY 750
23 ft
·
8 sec
·
Powell Lane
2
Turn left onto KY 207
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Argillite Road
3
Turn left onto KY 693
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Bellefonte Road
4
Continue on KY 693
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Diederich Boulevard
5
Turn right onto KY 1093
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Saint Christopher Drive
6
Continue on KY 1093
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Country Club Drive
7
At end of road, turn right onto KY 5
2.8 mi
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5 min
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Bellefonte Princess Road
8
Turn left onto KY 766
0.7 mi
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1 min
·
West Donta Road
9
Turn sharp left onto Pine Street
157 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pine Street
10
Turn right onto Brett Street
524 ft
·
22 sec
·
Brett Street
11
Continue on Tiffany Drive
382 ft
·
16 sec
·
Tiffany Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Tiffany Drive
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just 15 minutes, this trip offers excellent flexibility. You can easily depart at any time without needing to plan for long stretches of driving. The estimated fuel cost is a mere $1, so refueling isn't a major concern. Since the longest continuous section of road is only 2.8 miles on Bellefonte Princess Road, you'll be making frequent adjustments. Keep an eye out for local traffic and be ready for the many turns that define this route.
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 3.7 miles from Flatwoods, KY, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.8 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 7.5 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.7 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ironville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Flatwoods, KY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Flatwoods, KY
This is one driving day of about 7.5 miles and 15m.
At 7.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Bellefonte Princess Road for about 2.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.7 mi from Flatwoods, KY · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 7.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.7 miles from Flatwoods, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ironville, KY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Ironville, KY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.17 one way
$2.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.29 | $2.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.44 | $2.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.66 | $3.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.79 | $0.36 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Ironville, KY
Late night in Ironville on Thursday
Local time
1:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Clear
SW 6 to 10 mph
11% chance
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
15 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
15m 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 Flatwoods, KY to Ironville, KY covers 7.5 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bellefonte Princess Road, Country Club Drive, Diederich Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.7 miles from Flatwoods, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.17 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 15m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KY 207 / Argillite Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (KY 5 / Bellefonte Princess Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (KY 766 / West Donta Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Flatwoods, KY to Ironville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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