Origin
Florence, KY
Afternoon in Florence on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florence, KY to Coal Run Village, KY
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
200.5 mi
323 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
Florence, KY
Efrem Efre
Coal Run Village, KY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Florence to Coal Run Village covers 200.5 miles across Kentucky, making for a straightforward journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 41 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused route, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $30 on fuel, depending on your vehicle’s efficiency. You will navigate a mix of I-71, the Mountain Parkway, and US 23 as you transition through the southeastern portion of the state. It is a practical, efficient path for those looking to reach their destination with minimal fuss, as the drive is designed for consistent forward momentum rather than frequent detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
100.2 miles from Florence, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
With 94% of the trip spent on highways, you should prepare for a drive defined by steady speeds and limited stop-and-go traffic. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves an 81.7-mile stretch along the Mountain Parkway, which serves as the backbone of your journey. You will experience a transition from the busier interstate corridors near Florence to the more focused highway stretches required to reach Coal Run Village. The road’s personality is professional and direct, prioritizing time-efficiency over winding local bypasses. Expect a consistent, high-speed experience that demands your focus while moving through the varied topography of Kentucky.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mountain Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 81.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mountain Parkway and I 71. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 42; US 127.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 200.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.7 miles (I 71; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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
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~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...
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 71; I 75
Merge onto I 71; I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
70.2 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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I 64
Take the exit onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
6
86.8 mi into trip
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~1h 35m in
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Mountain Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Mountain Parkway toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Campton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Ca...
Towns Along This Route
Between Florence, KY and Coal Run Village, KY, road signs point toward Ashland, Mountain Parkway East, Prestonsburg and Campton.
Ashland
70.2 mi in
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~1h 16m
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via I 64
Mountain Parkway East
86.8 mi in
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~1h 35m
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via Mountain Parkway
Prestonsburg
86.8 mi in
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~1h 35m
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via Mountain Parkway
Campton
86.8 mi in
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~1h 35m
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via Mountain Parkway
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Parkway | 81.7 mi | 1h 28m |
| I 71 | 68.5 mi | 1h 13m |
| US 23 | 20.4 mi | 23m |
| I 64 | 16.6 mi | 18m |
| Old Middle Creek Road | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| US 42 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Happy Valley Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Leslie Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mountain Parkway
— 81.7 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence, KY and Coal Run Village, KY.
1
Start on Main Street
28 ft
·
3 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 42; US 127
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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US 42; US 127
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on US 42; US 127
0.2 mi
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27 sec
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US 42; US 127
Use the none lane.
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
68 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
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I 71; I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto I 64
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 64
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Mountain Parkway
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
Mountain Parkway
Toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Campton
8
Continue on KY 114
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Old Middle Creek Road
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
10
Merge onto US 23; US 460
20 mi
·
23 min
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US 23; US 460
11
Turn right onto Happy Valley Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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Happy Valley Drive
12
Turn right onto Leslie Drive
240 ft
·
10 sec
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Leslie Drive
13
Arrive at destination
Leslie Drive
Trip Plan
To keep your travel stress-free, aim to leave early in the morning to beat potential congestion near the interstate junctions. Although the 3 hour and 41 minute duration is manageable in one go, planning for at least one dedicated stop will help you stay alert during the long highway segments. Keep a close watch on your fuel gauge when navigating the Mountain Parkway, as services may be less frequent than on the major interstates. Since this trip is highly flexible, you have the advantage of adjusting your pace to suit your personal comfort level. Use the longest 81.7-mile stretch on the Mountain Parkway as your primary marker for when to schedule a break and stretch your legs.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.2 miles from Florence, KY, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.7 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 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.2 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coal Run Village, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Florence, 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 Florence, KY
This is one driving day of about 200.5 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Florence, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Mountain Parkway for about 81.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.2 mi from Florence, KY · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 100.2 miles from Florence, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Mountain Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.7 miles.
Arriving in Coal Run Village, KY
The final approach into Coal Run Village, 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 Coal Run Village, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.45 one way
$60.91 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $33.57 | $67.14 |
| premium | $4.80 | $37.85 | $75.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $44.54 | $89.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.2 | 0 | $21.05 | $9.62 |
| Efficient EV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.54 | $8.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.2 | 1 | $28.07 | $12.83 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Coal Run Village, KY
Afternoon in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
25 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
3h 41m 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 Coal Run Village, KY covers 200.5 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mountain Parkway, I 71, US 23. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.2 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 $30.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 200.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.7 miles (I 71; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Florence, KY and Coal Run Village, KY, road signs point toward Ashland, Mountain Parkway East, Prestonsburg and Campton.
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