Ironville, KY to Anchorage, KY is 177.1 miles and takes about 3h 22m via I 64, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Kentucky, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward highway-focused drive that's well within reach for a single day. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to cover this distance. Consider this route when you need a direct connection without extensive 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
88.6 miles from Ironville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 41m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 177.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with a 97% highway share. You'll be on I 64 for the vast majority of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 161.9 miles, all on I 64. This means you can expect consistent speeds and a relatively smooth progression for most of the drive. The character is largely that of an interstate commute, designed for efficient travel between points.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 161.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and US Route 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Pine Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 177.1 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 0.2 miles (Pine Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 109.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.7 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Pine Street
At end of road, turn left onto Pine Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
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109.8 mi into trip|~2h 4m in|I 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cinci...
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116.7 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
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173.4 mi into trip|~3h 14m in
Take the exit toward US 60: Middletown, Eastwood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 60: Middletown, Eastwood
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173.8 mi into trip|~3h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 60: Middletown, Eastwood
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 60: Middletown, Eastwood
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ironville, KY and Anchorage, KY, road signs point toward Cincinnati and Louisville.
Cincinnati
109.8 mi in|~2h 4m|via I 64
Louisville
116.7 mi in|~2h 12m|via I 64
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
161.9 mi
2h 54m
US Route 60
4.6 mi
7m
US 60
3.6 mi
5m
Shelbyville Road
1.7 mi
2m
Evergreen Road
1.3 mi
3m
Gene Snyder Freeway
0.8 mi
<1m
West Donta Road
0.5 mi
1m
Bob McCullough Drive
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 161.9 mi, about 2h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ironville, KY and Anchorage, KY.
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Start on Tiffany Drive
382 ft·16 sec·Tiffany Drive
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Continue on Brett Street
524 ft·28 sec·Brett Street
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At end of road, turn left onto Pine Street
157 ft·7 sec·Pine Street
4
Turn left onto KY 766
0.5 mi·1 min·West Donta Road
5
Turn right onto KY 766
94 ft·3 sec·KY 766
6
Continue on KY 766
0.3 mi·45 sec·Roberts Drive
7
Turn left onto KY 766
0.5 mi·1 min·Bob McCullough Drive
8
Turn right onto US 60
0.3 mi·24 sec·13th Street
9
Continue on US 60
4.6 mi·7 min·US Route 60
10
Turn right onto US 60
3.6 mi·5 min·US 60
11
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
12
Merge onto I 64
99 mi·1 hr 46 min·I 64
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
6.9 mi·8 min·I 64
Toward I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, CincinnatiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
56 mi·59 min·I 64
Toward I 64 West: Frankfort, LouisvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
16
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
0.8 mi·58 sec·Gene Snyder Freeway
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward US 60: Middletown, EastwoodUse the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
188 ft·4 sec
Toward US 60: Middletown, Eastwood
19
Turn left onto US 60
1.7 mi·2 min·Shelbyville Road
Use the left / right lanes.
20
Turn right onto Evergreen Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Evergreen Road
21
Turn right onto Hazelwood Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Hazelwood Road
22
Keep slight left at fork onto Hazelwood Road
22 ft·1 sec·Hazelwood Road
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Arrive at destination
Hazelwood Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 22m duration, starting your drive in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop and a 161.9-mile stretch on I 64, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point. The estimated fuel cost is $28, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Ironville. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you have flexibility; however, for the smoothest experience, aim to leave after the morning rush hour has subsided.
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 88.6 miles from Ironville, KY, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 161.9 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 39 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.6 miles or 1h 41m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anchorage, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ironville, 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 Ironville, KY
This is one driving day of about 177.1 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Ironville, 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 64 for about 161.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.6 mi from Ironville, KY
· 1h 41m into the drive
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...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 109.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.69 one way
$55.38 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg62 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$30.40
$60.80
premium
$4.89
$34.08
$68.16
diesel
$5.61
$39.10
$78.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
53.1
0
$18.60
$8.50
Efficient EV
44.3
0
$15.50
$7.08
EV Truck/SUV
70.8
0
$24.79
$11.33
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Ironville, KY
Morning
in Ironville on Saturday
Local time
7:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Anchorage, KY
Morning
in Anchorage on Saturday
Local time
7:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
32 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 22m 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 Ironville, KY to Anchorage, KY covers 177.1 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, US Route 60, US 60. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.6 miles from Ironville, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.69 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 is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 177.1 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 0.2 miles (Pine Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 109.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.7 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Ironville, KY and Anchorage, KY, road signs point toward Cincinnati and Louisville.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Camp Nelson National Monument.
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.
