Origin
Jeffersontown, KY
Evening in Jeffersontown on Friday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jeffersontown, KY to Taylor Mill, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
97 mi
156 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
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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Taylor Mill, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Taylor Mill, KY covers 97 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, Gene Snyder Freeway, Lagrange Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.16 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.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Jeffersontown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 97 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 54m highway drive covering 97 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and Gene Snyder Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 71 miles on I 71.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 71 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Gene Snyder Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KY 155 / Taylorsville Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.1 miles (KY 155 / Taylorsville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 77 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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KY 155 / Taylorsville Road
Turn left onto KY 155 / Taylorsville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
10.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 30
Toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
8
77 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71 toward I 75 North, I 71 North: 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 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
7
89.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 275
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 185
Toward I 275
8
94.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward KY 16: Taylor Mill, Covington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 79
Toward KY 16: Taylor Mill, Covington
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Taylor Mill, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Pewee Valley along the way.
Pewee Valley
10.3 mi in
|
~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 71 mi | 1h 16m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Lagrange Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Ronald Reagan Highway | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Taylorsville Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Taylor Mill Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| La Grange Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Neal Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 71 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersontown, KY and Taylor Mill, KY.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Neal Drive
232 ft
·
15 sec
·
Neal Drive
3
Turn left onto KY 155
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Taylorsville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 265 East, KY 841 East
5
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 30
Toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
7
Turn right onto La Grange Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
La Grange Road
8
Continue on KY 146
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Lagrange Road
9
Continue on KY 146
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
La Grange Road
10
Continue on KY 146
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lagrange Road
11
Turn left onto KY 22; KY 146
196 ft
·
6 sec
·
Dogwood Lane
12
Turn right onto KY 146
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Lagrange Road
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
14
Merge onto I 71
59 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 71
Toward I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 185
Toward I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 275 East
18
Merge onto I 275
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Ronald Reagan Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 79
Toward KY 16: Taylor Mill, Covington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto KY 16
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Taylor Mill Road
Use the right lane.
21
Continue on KY 3716
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Taylor Mill Road
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
KY 3716
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.5 miles from Jeffersontown, KY, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71 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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor Mill, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Jeffersontown, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jeffersontown, KY
This is one driving day of about 97 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Jeffersontown, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 71 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from Jeffersontown, KY · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.5 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 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71 miles.
Arriving in Taylor Mill, KY
The final approach into Taylor Mill, 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
$15.16 one way
$30.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.65 | $33.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.67 | $37.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.42 | $42.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Taylor Mill, KY
Evening in Taylor Mill on Friday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Carrollton, KY
49 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 54m 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 Taylor Mill, KY covers 97 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Gene Snyder Freeway, Lagrange 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 48.5 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 $15.16 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.1 miles (KY 155 / Taylorsville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 77 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Taylor Mill, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Pewee Valley along the way.
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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