Origin
Jeffersontown, KY
Evening in Jeffersontown on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jeffersontown, KY to Corbin, KY
Drive Time
2h 49m
Distance
152.6 mi
246 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 38m
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6 AM
2h 49m
8 AM
3h 11m
10 AM
2h 57m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 58m
5 PM
3h 10m
8 PM
2h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jeffersontown, KY
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Corbin, KY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Jeffersontown to Corbin covers 152.6 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 49 minutes. Because the trip is straightforward, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-64 and I-75, starting your journey on Blankenbaker Parkway. Budgeting approximately $23 for fuel should keep you covered for the duration of the trip. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Kentucky, the drive maintains a consistent regional feel from start to finish.
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
76.3 miles from Jeffersontown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 97% of this route takes place on major roads. The drive features a significant stretch of 88.9 miles along I-64, making for a consistent pace behind the wheel. You will find that the transition between interstates requires focused navigation, but the majority of the journey is built for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering. While the route is largely an interstate grind, the high highway percentage ensures you maintain a steady speed throughout the 152.6-mile trek. It is a functional drive designed to get you from Jeffersontown to Corbin as directly as possible.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 88.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 75. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Watterson Trail.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Corbin, KY is easy. At 2h 49m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Watterson Trail): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 149.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Watterson Trail
Turn right onto Watterson Trail
Navigation decision point
5
3.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
149.3 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
5
152.3 mi into trip
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~2h 48m in
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US 25W; KY 312
At end of road, turn right onto US 25W; KY 312
Navigation decision point
5
152.5 mi into trip
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~2h 49m in
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KY 312 / West Gordon Street
Turn left onto KY 312 / West Gordon Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 88.9 mi | 1h 35m |
| I 75 | 56.7 mi | 1h |
| Blankenbaker Parkway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Corbin Bypass | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Cherry Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Blankenbaker Access Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Watterson Trail | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Dixie Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 88.9 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersontown, KY and Corbin, KY.
1
Start on this road
202 ft
·
16 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Watterson Trail
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Watterson Trail
3
Turn right onto KY 1819
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Ruckriegel Parkway
4
Turn left onto KY 913C
0.5 mi
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44 sec
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Blankenbaker Access Drive
5
Turn left onto KY 913
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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Blankenbaker Parkway
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 64 East: Lexington
7
Merge onto I 64
89 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 64
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on I 75
57 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
10
Turn left onto US 25E
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Corbin Bypass
11
Turn right onto KY 3431
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cherry Avenue
12
Turn right onto US 25W
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Dixie Highway
13
Continue on US 25W
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Skinier Street
14
Continue on US 25W
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Laurel Avenue
15
At end of road, turn right onto US 25W; KY 312
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
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US 25W; KY 312
16
Turn left onto KY 312
247 ft
·
5 sec
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West Gordon Street
17
Arrive at destination
KY 312
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 49-minute drive, consider departing early to avoid peak traffic congestion on the major interstates. While the route is short enough to complete in one go, planning for at least one stop will help you stay alert during the 152.6-mile journey. Since your fuel costs will hover around $23, it is wise to top off your tank before leaving Jeffersontown to ensure you have plenty of range for the I-75 portion of the trip. Given that you have the flexibility of a one-day trip, feel free to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. Keep a close eye on your GPS when transitioning from I-64 to I-75, as this interchange is the most critical navigation point of your drive.
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 76.3 miles from Jeffersontown, KY, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.9 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.3 miles or 1h 25m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corbin, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jeffersontown, 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 Jeffersontown, KY
This is one driving day of about 152.6 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jeffersontown, 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 88.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.3 mi from Jeffersontown, KY · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 76.3 miles from Jeffersontown, 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 88.9 miles.
Arriving in Corbin, KY
The final approach into Corbin, 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 Corbin, 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
$23.18 one way
$46.36 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $25.55 | $51.10 |
| premium | $4.80 | $28.81 | $57.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.90 | $67.80 |
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: 53.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.02 | $7.32 |
| Efficient EV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.35 | $6.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61 | 0 | $21.36 | $9.77 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Corbin, KY
Evening in Corbin on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°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
23 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 49m 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 Jeffersontown, KY to Corbin, KY covers 152.6 miles and takes about 2h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, I 75, Blankenbaker Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.3 miles from Jeffersontown, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.18 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.
The drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Corbin, KY is easy. At 2h 49m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Watterson Trail): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 149.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Jeffersontown, KY to Corbin, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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