Trip from Hurstbourne Acres, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 7m

Distance

68 mi

109 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min

4 AM

1h 2m ★

6 AM

1h 8m

8 AM

1h 18m

10 AM

1h 11m

12 PM

1h 10m

3 PM

1h 12m

5 PM

1h 18m

8 PM

1h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Connecting Hurstbourne Acres to Lexington-Fayette is a straightforward 68-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region of Kentucky, you won't experience a major shift in geography, making this an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel for the one-way trek. Given the short duration, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or multiple stops along the way. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of scenery, this route offers a practical and efficient connection between these two Kentucky hubs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 68 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 7m 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 turn-heavy local drive as you transition from the suburban flow of Hurstbourne Acres onto the interstate. You will navigate Bunsen Parkway and South Hurstbourne Parkway before merging onto I-64 East to complete the majority of the trip. Because this route involves a high volume of local turns, it requires more active attention than a standard, monotonous interstate grind. While the highway share is 0 percent, the route is designed for efficiency rather than leisure. Stay alert during those initial local maneuvers, as the character of the road shifts quickly from neighborhood streets to the faster-paced flow of I-64.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Bunsen Parkway 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.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Hurstbourne Acres, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is easy. At 1h 7m 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 Hurstbourne Acres, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Bunsen Parkway	—	—
South Hurstbourne Parkway	—	—
I 64 East	—	—
US 27	—	—
North Broadway	—	—
West New Circle Road	—	—
Floyd Drive	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Bunsen Parkway — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hurstbourne Acres, KY and Lexington-Fayette, KY.

1

Start on the route

121 ft · 11 sec · the route

2

Turn right

135 ft · 10 sec

3

Turn slight left

0.1 mi · 44 sec

4

Turn right onto Bunsen Parkway

0.3 mi · 1 min · Bunsen Parkway

5

Turn left onto South Hurstbourne Parkway

0.3 mi · 47 sec · South Hurstbourne Parkway

6

Take the ramp slight right toward I 64 East: Lexington

0.3 mi · 36 sec · I 64 East: Lexington

7

Merge slight left

64 mi · 1 hr 8 min

8

Take the exit slight right toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington

9

Turn right onto North Broadway

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Broadway

10

Turn left onto West New Circle Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · West New Circle Road

11

Turn right onto Floyd Drive

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Floyd Drive

12

Turn left

0.1 mi · 41 sec

13

Arrive at your destination

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34 mi from Hurstbourne Acres, KY · 33m into the drive

county seat city in Franklin County, Kentucky, USA and Kentucky federated state capital city

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Frankfort, KY

34 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

Shelbyville, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Frankfort, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34 miles from Hurstbourne Acres, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Lexington-Fayette, KY

The final approach into Lexington-Fayette, 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

$10.63 one way

$21.26 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$11.67	$23.34
premium	$4.89	$13.09	$26.17
diesel	$5.61	$15.01	$30.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$11

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	20.4	$7.14	$3.26
Efficient EV	17	$5.95	$2.72
EV Truck/SUV	27.2	$9.52	$4.35

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Hurstbourne Acres, KY

Late night in Hurstbourne Acres on Thursday

Local time

5:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lexington-Fayette, KY

Late night in Lexington-Fayette on Thursday

Local time

5:45 AM

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

3 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 7m 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 Hurstbourne Acres, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY covers 68 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Bunsen Parkway, South Hurstbourne Parkway, I 64 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 34 miles from Hurstbourne Acres, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.63 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 Hurstbourne Acres, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is easy. At 1h 7m 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 Hurstbourne Acres, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Hurstbourne Acres, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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