The drive from Independence, KY to Campbellsville, KY covers 146.6 miles and takes about 2h 55m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Bluegrass Parkway, Triple 5 Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.7 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.92 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.3 miles from Independence, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 146.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 55m drive with frequent turns across 146.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 58 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in near KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 146.6 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: at 9.1 miles (KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 29 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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9.1 mi into trip|~15m in|KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway
Turn right onto KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
9.4 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Lexington
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
6
9.7 mi into trip|~16m in|I 75
Merge onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Lexington
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
7
51.3 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward KY 620: Cherry Blossom Way
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 129
Toward KY 620: Cherry Blossom Way
6
66.5 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward Midway, Versailles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 65
Toward Midway, Versailles
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Independence, KY and Campbellsville, KY, road signs point toward Midway, Versailles and Lebanon.
Midway
66.5 mi in|~1h 20m
Versailles
66.5 mi in|~1h 20m
Lebanon
104 mi in|~2h 6m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
41.7 mi
44m
Bluegrass Parkway
26.2 mi
28m
Triple 5 Highway
14.7 mi
16m
McClelland Circle
6.9 mi
8m
Midway Road
6.3 mi
9m
New Lebanon Road
6.1 mi
6m
New Campbellsville Road
5.3 mi
6m
Walton Nicholson Pike
4.1 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 41.7 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence, KY and Campbellsville, KY.
1
Start on KY 17 Business; KY 2045
1.3 mi·2 min·Madison Pike
2
Turn right onto KY 17
1.3 mi·2 min·KY 17
3
Turn right onto KY 16
4.1 mi·6 min·Walton Nicholson Pike
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on KY 16
0.4 mi·37 sec·Walton Nicholson Road
5
Turn right onto US 25; KY 16
0.6 mi·54 sec·Dixie Highway
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on US 25; KY 16
0.4 mi·1 min·North Main Street
7
Turn right onto Old Beaver Road
0.2 mi·24 sec·Old Beaver Road
8
Continue on Stephenson Mill Road
0.2 mi·36 sec·Stephenson Mill Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto School Road
0.5 mi·1 min·School Road
10
Turn right onto KY 14; KY 16
0.4 mi·42 sec·Mary Grubbs Highway
Use the right lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 75 South: LexingtonUse the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
42 mi·44 min·I 75
Toward I 75 South: LexingtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 129Toward KY 620: Cherry Blossom WayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto KY 620
0.5 mi·39 sec·Cherry Blossom Way
15
Continue on KY 1143
4.3 mi·4 min·McClelland Circle
16
Enter roundabout onto KY 1143
185 ft·3 sec·McClelland Circle
17
Continue on KY 1143
2.6 mi·3 min·McClelland Circle
18
Continue on US 460 Bypass
1.0 mi·1 min·Mc Clelland Circle
19
Turn right onto US 62
3.0 mi·4 min·Paynes Depot Road
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
21
Merge onto I 64
3.0 mi·3 min·I 64
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 65Toward Midway, Versailles
23
Turn slight left
110 ft·7 sec
24
Turn left onto KY 341
0.2 mi·21 sec·Georgetown Road
25
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 421
0.2 mi·24 sec·East Leestown Road
26
Turn left onto US 62
0.5 mi·43 sec·Midway Road
27
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi·32 sec·North Winter Street
28
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi·35 sec·Versailles Road
29
Continue on US 62
5.8 mi·8 min·Midway Road
30
At end of road, turn left onto US 60; US 62
0.2 mi·19 sec·Frankfort Road
31
Turn slight right onto US 60 Business; US 62
0.8 mi·1 min·Frankfort Street
32
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
1.4 mi·2 min·North Main Street
33
Continue on KY 33
0.7 mi·1 min·Troy Pike
34
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·58 sec
35
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway
26 mi·28 min·Bluegrass Parkway
36
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Exit 42Toward KY 555: Springfield, Lebanon
37
Turn left onto KY 555
13 mi·15 min·Triple 5 Highway
38
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
95 ft·1 sec·US 150
39
Keep slight right at fork onto KY 555
1.4 mi·1 min·Triple 5 Highway
40
Enter roundabout onto KY 55
141 ft·2 sec·Western Bypass
41
Continue on KY 55
1.7 mi·1 min·Western Bypass
42
Continue on KY 55
2.8 mi·3 min·Lebanon Road
43
Continue on KY 55
2.8 mi·3 min·Springfield Road
44
Turn right onto KY 2154
0.9 mi·1 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
45
Turn left
93 ft·2 sec
46
Turn right
429 ft·5 sec
47
Continue on KY 2154
1.0 mi·1 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
48
Turn slight right
217 ft·3 sec
49
Turn left
131 ft·1 sec
50
Keep slight right at fork
195 ft·2 sec
51
Turn straight onto KY 2154
1.2 mi·1 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
52
Turn right onto US 68; KY 55
0.7 mi·54 sec·Campbellsville Road
53
Continue on US 68; KY 55
1.0 mi·1 min·Jane Todd Crawford Trail
54
Continue on US 68; KY 55
2.4 mi·2 min·Campbellsville Road
55
Continue on US 68; KY 55
5.3 mi·6 min·New Campbellsville Road
56
Continue on US 68; KY 55
6.1 mi·6 min·New Lebanon Road
57
Continue on US 68
1.5 mi·1 min·East Broadway Street
58
Arrive at destination
US 68
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.3 miles from Independence, KY, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.7 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 32 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.3 miles or 1h 30m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Campbellsville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Independence, 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 Independence, KY
This is one driving day of about 146.6 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Independence, 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 I 75 for about 41.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.3 mi from Independence, KY
· 1h 30m into the drive
The midpoint is around 73.3 miles from Independence, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Campbellsville, KY
The final approach into Campbellsville, 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 Campbellsville, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Druther's Restaurant
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Campbellsville, Kentucky
Near the end, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Inexpensiv
mile 146.6
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Camp Nelson National Monument
National Monument
The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...
17 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 80.9
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 131.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.92 one way
$45.84 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.16
$50.33
premium
$4.89
$28.21
$56.42
diesel
$5.61
$32.37
$64.73
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44
0
$15.39
$7.04
Efficient EV
36.7
0
$12.83
$5.86
EV Truck/SUV
58.6
0
$20.52
$9.38
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Independence, KY
Morning
in Independence on Friday
Local time
10:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Campbellsville, KY
Morning
in Campbellsville on Friday
Local time
10:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Versailles, KY
73 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
22 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
2h 55m 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 Independence, KY to Campbellsville, KY covers 146.6 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Bluegrass Parkway, Triple 5 Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.3 miles from Independence, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.92 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 146.6 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: at 9.1 miles (KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Independence, KY and Campbellsville, KY, road signs point toward Midway, Versailles and Lebanon.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Camp Nelson National Monument and Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
