Origin
Ironville, KY
Evening in Ironville on Friday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ironville, KY to Providence, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
185.4 mi
298 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
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6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 7m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 48m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 5m
8 PM
3h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ironville, KY
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Providence, KY
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Trip Overview
This 185.4-mile journey from Ironville, KY to Providence, KY takes about 3 hours and 41 minutes of driving time. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on major interstates, covering 84% of the route on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, this trip is quite budget-friendly. Since you're traveling within the Southeast region and the drive is under four hours, you won't need to worry about an overnight stay, allowing for a flexible schedule.
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
92.7 miles from Ironville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 41m. Total distance: 185.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience for this 185.4-mile drive, with 84% of the route utilizing major roads like I 64. The majority of your travel will be on these faster-paced sections, including a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 145.5 miles on I 64. While Eminence Pike and Campbellsburg Road will offer brief deviations from the interstate, the overall feel is one of efficient travel. This road profile suggests a drive focused on covering ground rather than intricate scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 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 145.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Eminence Pike. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Pine Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 185.4 miles you will encounter 12 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: 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 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Pine Street
At end of road, turn left onto Pine Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
109.8 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
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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...
8
116.7 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
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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
7
156 mi into trip
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~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward KY 53: Shelbyville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35
Toward KY 53: Shelbyville
4
185.4 mi into trip
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~3h 41m in
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Wiley Road
Turn right onto Wiley Road
Navigation decision point
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 Providence, KY, road signs point toward Cincinnati and Louisville.
Cincinnati
109.8 mi in
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~2h 4m
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via I 64
Louisville
116.7 mi in
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~2h 12m
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via I 64
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 145.5 mi | 2h 37m |
| Eminence Pike | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| Campbellsburg Road | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| US Route 60 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Eminence Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| US 60 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Carrollton Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 145.5 mi, about 2h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ironville, KY and Providence, KY.
1
Start on Tiffany Drive
382 ft
·
16 sec
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Tiffany Drive
2
Continue on Brett Street
524 ft
·
28 sec
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Brett Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Pine Street
157 ft
·
7 sec
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Pine Street
4
Turn left onto KY 766
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Donta Road
5
Turn right onto KY 766
94 ft
·
3 sec
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KY 766
6
Continue on KY 766
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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Roberts Drive
7
Turn left onto KY 766
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Bob McCullough Drive
8
Turn right onto US 60
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
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13th Street
9
Continue on US 60
4.6 mi
·
7 min
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US Route 60
10
Turn right onto US 60
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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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, Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
39 mi
·
42 min
·
I 64
Toward I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 35
Toward KY 53: Shelbyville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto KY 53
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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Mount Eden Road
17
Continue on KY 55 Business
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Boone Station Road
18
Continue on KY 55 Business
8.7 mi
·
12 min
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Eminence Pike
19
Continue on KY 55
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
20
Continue on KY 55
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Eminence Road
21
Continue on US 421; KY 55
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Main Street
22
Continue on US 421; KY 55
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Campbellsburg Road
23
Continue on US 421; KY 55
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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Main Street
24
Turn straight onto KY 55
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Carrollton Road
25
Turn slight left
398 ft
·
17 sec
26
Turn straight onto KY 316
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
KY 316
27
Turn right onto Wiley Road
47 ft
·
2 sec
·
Wiley Road
28
Arrive at destination
Wiley Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 41-minute duration, starting your drive from Ironville in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch on I 64 lasting 145.5 miles, plan your break strategically to coincide with this longer highway segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the extended interstate portion, as the $29 estimated fuel cost indicates it's a manageable but still important consideration. This route's efficiency means you can easily complete it in one day.
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 92.7 miles from Ironville, KY, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.5 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 41 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.7 miles or 1h 46m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Providence, 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 185.4 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 145.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.7 mi from Ironville, KY · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.7 miles from Ironville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 145.5 miles.
Arriving in Providence, KY
The final approach into Providence, 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 Providence, KY.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.99 one way
$57.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.82 | $63.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.68 | $71.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.93 | $81.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.9 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 | 55.6 | 0 | $19.47 | $8.90 |
| Efficient EV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.22 | $7.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.2 | 0 | $25.96 | $11.87 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Providence, KY
Evening in Providence on Friday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
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
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 Ironville, KY to Providence, KY covers 185.4 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 I 64, Eminence Pike, Campbellsburg Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.7 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 $28.99 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 185.4 miles you will encounter 12 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: 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 Providence, KY, road signs point toward Cincinnati and Louisville.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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