Origin
Jeffersontown, KY
Morning in Jeffersontown on Thursday
Local time
11:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jeffersontown, KY to Danville, KY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
72.9 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
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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Danville, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Danville, KY covers 72.9 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Watterson Trail, Ruckriegel Parkway, Blankenbaker Access Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 72.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 28m drive with frequent turns across 72.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Watterson Trail is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Danville, KY is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Danville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Watterson Trail | — | — |
| Ruckriegel Parkway | — | — |
| Blankenbaker Access Drive | — | — |
| Blankenbaker Parkway | — | — |
| I 64 East | — | — |
| KY 151 | — | — |
| Bypass North | — | — |
| Old Frankfort Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Watterson Trail
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersontown, KY and Danville, KY.
1
Start on the route
203 ft
·
17 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Watterson Trail
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Watterson Trail
3
Turn right onto Ruckriegel Parkway
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Ruckriegel Parkway
4
Turn left onto Blankenbaker Access Drive
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Blankenbaker Access Drive
5
Turn left onto Blankenbaker Parkway
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Blankenbaker Parkway
6
Take the ramp slight right toward I 64 East: Lexington
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 64 East: Lexington
7
Merge slight left
30 mi
·
32 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward KY 151: Graefenburg , Lawrenceburg
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
KY 151: Graefenburg , Lawrenceburg
9
Keep slight right to continue on KY 151: Graefenburg , Lawrenceburg
482 ft
·
12 sec
·
KY 151: Graefenburg , Lawrenceburg
10
Turn straight
6.6 mi
·
9 min
11
Turn right onto Bypass North
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Bypass North
12
Continue on Old Frankfort Road
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Frankfort Road
13
Continue straight
13 mi
·
15 min
14
Turn left
4.5 mi
·
5 min
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Danville Road
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Danville Road
16
Continue on Harrodsburg Road
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Harrodsburg Road
17
Turn left onto Harrodsburg Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrodsburg Road
18
Continue on North Maple Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Maple Avenue
19
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
West Main Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.4 mi from Jeffersontown, KY · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.4 miles from Jeffersontown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Danville, KY
The final approach into Danville, 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
$11.40 one way
$22.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.51 | $25.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.03 | $28.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.10 | $32.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.65 | $3.50 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.21 | $4.67 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Danville, KY
Morning in Danville on Thursday
Local time
11:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
1h 28m 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 Danville, KY covers 72.9 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Watterson Trail, Ruckriegel Parkway, Blankenbaker Access Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.4 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 $11.40 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.
The drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Danville, KY is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Danville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jeffersontown, KY to Danville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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