Origin
Jeffersontown, KY
Afternoon in Jeffersontown on Friday
Local time
4:44 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
7/10
Good 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 Neal Drive, Taylorsville Road, I 265 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. 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 57m 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 (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 54m drive with frequent turns across 97 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Neal Drive 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 Taylor Mill, KY is easy. At 1h 54m 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 Taylor Mill, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Neal Drive | — | — |
| Taylorsville Road | — | — |
| I 265 East | — | — |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | — | — |
| KY 146 | — | — |
| La Grange Road | — | — |
| Lagrange Road | — | — |
| Dogwood Lane | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Neal Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersontown, KY and Taylor Mill, KY.
1
Start on the route
36 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Neal Drive
233 ft
·
15 sec
·
Neal Drive
3
Turn left onto Taylorsville Road
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Taylorsville Road
4
Take the exit slight left toward I 265 East, KY 841 East
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 265 East, KY 841 East
5
Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
6
Take the exit slight right toward KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
KY 146: Anchorage, Pewee Valley
7
Turn right onto La Grange Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
La Grange Road
8
Continue on Lagrange Road
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Lagrange Road
9
Continue on La Grange Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
La Grange Road
10
Continue on Lagrange Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lagrange Road
11
Turn left onto Dogwood Lane
197 ft
·
6 sec
·
Dogwood Lane
12
Turn right onto Lagrange Road
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Lagrange Road
13
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
14
Merge slight left
59 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 275
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 275
17
Keep slight right to continue on I 275 East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 275 East
18
Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Highway
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Ronald Reagan Highway
19
Take the exit slight right toward KY 16: Taylor Mill, Covington
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
KY 16: Taylor Mill, Covington
20
Turn right onto Taylor Mill Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Taylor Mill Road
21
Continue on Taylor Mill Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Taylor Mill Road
22
Arrive at your destination
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 57m into the drive.
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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 57m 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 34m
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from Jeffersontown, KY · 57m 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.
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
Afternoon in Taylor Mill on Friday
Local time
4:44 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 Neal Drive, Taylorsville Road, I 265 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
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.
The drive from Jeffersontown, KY to Taylor Mill, KY is easy. At 1h 54m 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 Taylor Mill, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jeffersontown, KY to Taylor Mill, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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