Origin
Florence, KY
Afternoon in Florence on Thursday
Local time
2:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florence, KY to Barbourmeade, KY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
79.5 mi
128 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 25m
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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Barbourmeade, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Florence, KY to Barbourmeade, KY covers 79.5 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, Brownsboro Road, US 42 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 74.3 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 79.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 79.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and Brownsboro Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 74.3 miles on I 71.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Brownsboro Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 42; US 127.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 42; US 127): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 42; US 127
Turn right onto US 42; US 127
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Turn left toward I 71 South, I 75 South: Lexington, Louisville
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 71 South, I 75 South: Lexington, Louis...
7
8.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 71
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 South: Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 173
Toward I 71 South: Louisville
8
76.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 265 South, KY 841 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 265 South, KY 841 South
7
77.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward KY 22: Crestwood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 34
Toward KY 22: Crestwood
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 74.3 mi | 1h 20m |
| Brownsboro Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| US 42 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Barbour Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Barbourmeade Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 74.3 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence, KY and Barbourmeade, KY.
1
Start on Main Street
28 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 42; US 127
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 42; US 127
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on US 42; US 127
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 42; US 127
4
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 71 South, I 75 South: Lexington, Louisville
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 71; I 75
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
I 71; I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto I 71
67 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
I 71
Exit 173
Toward I 71 South: Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward KY 841 North
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 265 South, KY 841 South
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 34
Toward KY 22: Crestwood
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto KY 22
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Brownsboro Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Barbour Lane
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Barbour Lane
14
Turn right onto Barbourmeade Road
70 ft
·
3 sec
·
Barbourmeade Road
15
Arrive at destination
Barbourmeade Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.8 mi from Florence, KY · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.8 miles from Florence, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.3 miles.
Arriving in Barbourmeade, KY
The final approach into Barbourmeade, 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
$12.43 one way
$24.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.65 | $27.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.30 | $30.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.55 | $35.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.35 | $3.82 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.13 | $5.09 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Barbourmeade, KY
Afternoon in Barbourmeade on Thursday
Local time
2:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Carrollton, KY
40 mi in
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
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 29m 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 Barbourmeade, KY covers 79.5 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Brownsboro Road, US 42. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.8 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 $12.43 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 42; US 127): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles (I 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Florence, KY to Barbourmeade, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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