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Trip from Flatwoods, 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

2h 19m

Distance

117.7 mi

189 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 10m ★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Flatwoods, KY

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Trip Overview

The drive from Flatwoods, KY to Lexington, KY covers 117.7 miles and takes about 2h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 64, Industrial Parkway, Man O War Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.5 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.40 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

58.9 miles from Flatwoods, KY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 117.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 19m highway drive covering 117.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and Industrial Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 90.5 miles on I 64.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Industrial Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KY 207 / Argillite Road.

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 2h 19m drive. You will face about 14 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 0.6 miles (KY 207; KY 693 / Bellefonte Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (KY 207 / Greenbo Boulevard): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | KY 207 / Argillite Road

Turn left onto KY 207 / Argillite Road

Navigation decision point

4
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | KY 207; KY 693 / Bellefonte Road

Turn right onto KY 207; KY 693 / Bellefonte Road

Navigation decision point

4
0.9 mi into trip | ~1m in | KY 207 / Greenbo Boulevard

Turn left onto KY 207 / Greenbo Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
5.6 mi into trip | ~10m in | KY 67 / Industrial Parkway

Turn sharp left onto KY 67 / Industrial Parkway

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5
108 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in | US 60 / Winchester Road

At end of road, turn right onto US 60 / Winchester Road

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 64 90.5 mi 1h 37m
Industrial Parkway 9.8 mi 11m
Man O War Boulevard 5.3 mi 8m
Argillite Road 3.8 mi 7m
Winchester Road 3.1 mi 4m
Haley Road 1.6 mi 2m
Greenbo Boulevard 1.3 mi 2m
Pimlico Parkway 1.2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 64 — 90.5 mi, about 1h 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Flatwoods, KY and Lexington, 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 right onto KY 207; KY 693

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Bellefonte Road
4

Turn left onto KY 207

1.3 mi · 2 min · Greenbo Boulevard
5

Continue on KY 207

2.2 mi · 3 min · Argillite Road
6

Continue on KY 207

1.1 mi · 2 min · Argillite Road
7

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 29 sec
8

Turn sharp left onto KY 67

9.8 mi · 11 min · Industrial Parkway
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 35 sec
10

Merge onto I 64

91 mi · 1 hr 37 min · I 64
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec
Toward KY 859: Bluegrass Station
12

Turn left onto KY 859

1.6 mi · 2 min · Haley Road
13

At end of road, turn right onto US 60

3.1 mi · 4 min · Winchester Road
14

Turn left onto KY 1425

5.3 mi · 8 min · Man O War Boulevard
15

Turn right onto Pimlico Parkway

1.2 mi · 2 min · Pimlico Parkway
16

Turn right onto Gainesway Drive

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Gainesway Drive
17

Turn right onto Coldstream Drive

261 ft · 9 sec · Coldstream Drive
18

Arrive at destination

Coldstream Drive

Trip Plan

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 58.9 miles from Flatwoods, KY, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.5 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 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 58.9 miles or 1h 8m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 49m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lexington, KY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Flatwoods, 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 Flatwoods, KY

This is one driving day of about 117.7 miles and 2h 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Flatwoods, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 90.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 58.9 mi from Flatwoods, KY · 1h 8m into the drive

city in Rowan County, Kentucky

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Morehead, KY

59 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.

Popular next leg

Morehead, KY to Lexington, KY

174.7 mi · 3h 22m

Pacing Suggestions

Grayson, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Morehead, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.9 miles from Flatwoods, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.5 miles.

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.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lexington, KY.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Camp Nelson National Monument

Camp Nelson National Monument

National Monument

The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour Free near mile 117.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.40 one way

$36.80 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $20.20 $40.41
premium $4.89 $22.65 $45.30
diesel $5.61 $25.99 $51.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35.3 0 $12.36 $5.65
Efficient EV 29.4 0 $10.30 $4.71
EV Truck/SUV 47.1 0 $16.48 $7.53

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Flatwoods, KY

Late night in Flatwoods on Saturday

Local time

4:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lexington, KY

Late night in Lexington on Saturday

Local time

4:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°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

23 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

2h 19m 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 Flatwoods, KY to Lexington, KY covers 117.7 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 64, Industrial Parkway, Man O War Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 58.9 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 $18.40 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 2h 19m drive. You will face about 14 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 0.6 miles (KY 207; KY 693 / Bellefonte Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (KY 207 / Greenbo Boulevard): Navigation decision point.

The route from Flatwoods, 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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