Origin
Greensburg, KY
Afternoon in Greensburg on Sunday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greensburg, KY to Lexington, KY
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
96.6 mi
155 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
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6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greensburg, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trek from Greensburg to Lexington, expect a straightforward journey covering approximately 96.6 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 54 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a simple one-day trip. With a fuel budget of roughly $15, the route is both efficient and budget-friendly. Traveling entirely within Kentucky, you will head from the Southeast region toward your destination. Because the trip is relatively short, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to head back or continue your travels on the same day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
48.3 miles from Greensburg, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, requiring you to navigate a blend of local roads and faster highway segments. You will utilize a combination of Campbellsville Road, the Triple 5 Highway, and the Bluegrass Parkway to reach your destination. While only about 30% of your journey is spent on major highways, you will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 29.4 miles while cruising on the Bluegrass Parkway. Expect the road's personality to shift as you transition from local transit onto the more open, high-speed sections of the parkway. It is a balanced experience that keeps you attentive without the monotony of an all-interstate haul.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bluegrass Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 29.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Hodgenville Avenue.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 96.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Hodgenville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.5 miles (KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 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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East Hodgenville Avenue
Turn left onto East Hodgenville Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
29.1 mi into trip
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~34m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
38.5 mi into trip
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~44m in
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KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway
Enter roundabout onto KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
82.8 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 60 West: Frankfort
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 60 West: Frankfort
7
95.1 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward KY 1974: Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 18
Toward KY 1974: Lexington
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegrass Parkway | 29.4 mi | 31m |
| Triple 5 Highway | 14.6 mi | 16m |
| Campbellsville Road | 12.6 mi | 14m |
| New Lebanon Road | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| New Circle Road | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| New Campbellsville Road | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Versailles Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Lebanon Road | 2.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Bluegrass Parkway
— 29.4 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greensburg, KY and Lexington, KY.
1
Start on North Depot Street
243 ft
·
16 sec
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North Depot Street
2
Turn left onto East Hodgenville Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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East Hodgenville Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 68; KY 61; KY 70
0.2 mi
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12 sec
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North Main Street
4
Continue on US 68; KY 61; KY 70
9.5 mi
·
10 min
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Campbellsville Road
5
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
0.8 mi
·
59 sec
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West Broadway
6
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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East Broadway Street
7
Continue on US 68; KY 55
6.1 mi
·
6 min
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New Lebanon Road
8
Continue on US 68; KY 55
5.3 mi
·
6 min
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New Campbellsville Road
9
Continue on US 68; KY 55
2.4 mi
·
2 min
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Campbellsville Road
10
Continue on US 68; KY 55
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Jane Todd Crawford Trail
11
Continue on US 68; KY 55
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
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Campbellsville Road
12
Turn left onto KY 2154
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Lebanon Bypass
13
Turn left
150 ft
·
2 sec
14
Keep slight right at fork
166 ft
·
2 sec
15
Turn straight onto KY 2154
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
16
Turn slight right
185 ft
·
2 sec
17
Turn left
308 ft
·
4 sec
18
Turn straight onto KY 2154
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
19
Turn left onto KY 55
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Road
20
Continue on KY 55
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Lebanon Road
21
Continue on KY 55
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Bypass
22
Enter roundabout onto KY 555
118 ft
·
2 sec
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Triple 5 Highway
23
Continue on KY 555
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
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Triple 5 Highway
24
Keep slight right at fork onto KY 555
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
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Triple 5 Highway
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
110 ft
·
3 sec
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US 150
26
Continue on KY 555
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Triple 5 Highway
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
28
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway
29
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 60 West: Frankfort
30
Turn right onto US 60
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lexington Road
31
Continue on US 60
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Versailles Road
Use the none lane.
32
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward KY 4 South: New Circle Road
33
Merge onto KY 4
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
New Circle Road
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 18
Toward KY 1974: Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Turn right onto KY 1974
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Tates Creek Road
36
Turn left onto Gainesway Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Gainesway Drive
37
Turn left onto Coldstream Drive
261 ft
·
9 sec
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Coldstream Drive
38
Arrive at destination
Coldstream Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 1 hour and 54-minute drive, you have plenty of freedom regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops given the short duration, but keeping your gas tank topped off before leaving Greensburg is a smart way to stay within your $15 fuel estimate. Watch for the transition points between the local roads and the Bluegrass Parkway, as your driving pace will need to adjust accordingly. Because this is a direct route with zero planned stops, use the time to enjoy the steady rhythm of the drive. The primary advantage here is the lack of complex logistics, so feel free to hit the road whenever suits your schedule best.
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 48.3 miles from Greensburg, KY, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.4 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.3 miles or 56m 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 29m
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 Greensburg, 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 Greensburg, KY
This is one driving day of about 96.6 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Greensburg, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Bluegrass Parkway for about 29.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.3 mi from Greensburg, KY · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 48.3 miles from Greensburg, 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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.67 one way
$29.35 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.17 | $32.35 |
| premium | $4.80 | $18.24 | $36.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.46 | $42.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29 | 0 | $10.14 | $4.64 |
| Efficient EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.45 | $3.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.52 | $6.18 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Lexington, KY
Afternoon in Lexington on Sunday
Local time
4:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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 54m 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 Greensburg, KY to Lexington, KY covers 96.6 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bluegrass Parkway, Triple 5 Highway, Campbellsville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.3 miles from Greensburg, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.67 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 demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 96.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Hodgenville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.5 miles (KY 555 / Triple 5 Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Greensburg, KY to Lexington, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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