Origin
Florence, KY
Late night in Florence on Friday
Local time
3:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florence, KY to Audubon Park, KY
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
91.8 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Florence, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Florence, KY to Audubon Park, KY covers 91.8 miles and takes about 1h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71 South, I 264 West, Henry Watterson Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.35 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
45.9 miles from Florence, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 91.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 47m drive with frequent turns across 91.8 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.
I 71 South 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 Florence, KY to Audubon Park, KY is easy. At 1h 47m 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 Florence, KY to Audubon Park, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 South | — | — |
| I 264 West | — | — |
| Henry Watterson Expressway | — | — |
| KY 864 | — | — |
| Louisville Zoo | — | — |
| Poplar Level Road | — | — |
| Audubon Parkway | — | — |
| Nightingale Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 71 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence, KY and Audubon Park, KY.
1
Start on Main Street
26 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right
1.1 mi
·
1 min
3
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
4
Turn left onto I 71 South, I 75 South: Lexington, Louisville
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 71 South, I 75 South: Lexington, Louisville
5
Merge slight left
6.9 mi
·
7 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Louisville
72 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
I 71 South: Louisville
7
Take the exit slight left toward I 264 West: Watterson Expressway
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 264 West: Watterson Expressway
8
Continue on Henry Watterson Expressway
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Henry Watterson Expressway
9
Take the exit slight right toward KY 864: Poplar Level Road
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
KY 864: Poplar Level Road
10
Keep slight right to continue on Louisville Zoo, Louisville Mega Cavern
367 ft
·
6 sec
·
Louisville Zoo, Louisville Mega Cavern
11
Turn straight onto Poplar Level Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Poplar Level Road
12
Turn left onto Audubon Parkway
121 ft
·
6 sec
·
Audubon Parkway
13
Turn slight left onto Nightingale Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Nightingale Road
14
Keep slight left to continue on Cardinal Drive
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Cardinal Drive
15
Turn right onto Dove Road
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Dove Road
16
Arrive at your destination
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 45.9 miles from Florence, KY, or about 53m into the drive.
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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.9 miles or 53m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Audubon Park, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Florence, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Florence, KY
This is one driving day of about 91.8 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Florence, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.9 mi from Florence, KY · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.9 miles from Florence, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Audubon Park, KY
The final approach into Audubon Park, 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
$14.35 one way
$28.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.76 | $31.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.67 | $35.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.27 | $40.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.64 | $4.41 |
| Efficient EV | 23 | 0 | $8.03 | $3.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.85 | $5.88 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Audubon Park, KY
Late night in Audubon Park on Friday
Local time
3:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
La Grange, KY
46 mi in
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
5 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 47m 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 Florence, KY to Audubon Park, KY covers 91.8 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71 South, I 264 West, Henry Watterson Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.9 miles from Florence, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.35 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 Florence, KY to Audubon Park, KY is easy. At 1h 47m 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 Florence, KY to Audubon Park, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Florence, KY to Audubon Park, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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