Origin
Flemingsburg, KY
Afternoon in Flemingsburg on Thursday
Local time
4:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flemingsburg, KY to Lexington, KY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
65.8 mi
106 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 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flemingsburg, KY
Esteban Carriazo
Trip Overview
The drive from Flemingsburg, KY to Lexington, KY covers 65.8 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Main Cross Street, Clark Street, Maysville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 65.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m 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 11m drive with frequent turns across 65.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Main Cross 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 Flemingsburg, KY to Lexington, KY is easy. At 1h 11m 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 Flemingsburg, KY to Lexington, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Cross Street | — | — |
| Clark Street | — | — |
| Maysville Road | — | — |
| Highway 64 | — | — |
| KY 859 | — | — |
| Haley Road | — | — |
| Winchester Road | — | — |
| Man O War Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Main Cross Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flemingsburg, KY and Lexington, KY.
1
Start on West Water Street
52 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Water Street
2
Turn right onto South Main Cross Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Main Cross Street
3
Turn slight left onto Clark Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Clark Street
4
Turn right
19 mi
·
28 min
5
Continue straight
9.3 mi
·
12 min
6
Continue on Maysville Road
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Maysville Road
7
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
8
Merge slight left onto Interstate Highway 64
22 mi
·
23 min
·
Interstate Highway 64
9
Take the exit slight right toward KY 859: Bluegrass Station
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
KY 859: Bluegrass Station
10
Turn left onto Haley Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Haley Road
11
At the end of the road, turn right onto Winchester Road
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Winchester Road
12
Turn left onto Man O War Boulevard
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Man O War Boulevard
13
Turn right onto Pimlico Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Pimlico Parkway
14
Turn right onto Gainesway Drive
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Gainesway Drive
15
Turn right onto Coldstream Drive
262 ft
·
9 sec
·
Coldstream Drive
16
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.9 mi from Flemingsburg, KY · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Flemingsburg, 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
$10.29 one way
$20.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.29 | $22.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.66 | $25.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.53 | $29.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Lexington on Thursday
Local time
4:33 PM
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
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
1h 11m 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 Flemingsburg, KY to Lexington, KY covers 65.8 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Main Cross Street, Clark Street, Maysville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.9 miles from Flemingsburg, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.29 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 Flemingsburg, KY to Lexington, KY is easy. At 1h 11m 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 Flemingsburg, KY to Lexington, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Flemingsburg, KY to Lexington, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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