Origin
Jenkins, KY
Afternoon in Jenkins on Sunday
Local time
4:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jenkins, KY to Meads, KY
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
126 mi
203 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Meads, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jenkins, KY to Meads, KY covers 126 miles and takes about 2h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 23, I 64, US Route 60 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 116 miles on US 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.14 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
63 miles from Jenkins, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 27m highway drive covering 126 miles, with most of the trip on US 23 and I 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 116 miles on US 23.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 116 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,540 ft
569 ft
Total Climb
668 ft
Total Descent
1,576 ft
Highest Point
1,540 ft
Elevation Range
971 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and I 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near US 23; US 119.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 23; US 119): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 117.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 121.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 23; US 119
Merge onto US 23; US 119
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
117.1 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
121.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
Take the exit toward KY 180, US 60: Cannonsburg, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 185
Toward KY 180, US 60: Cannonsburg, Ashland
4
125.9 mi into trip
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~2h 26m in
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Marsh Hill Drive
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
Navigation decision point
4
126 mi into trip
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~2h 27m in
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Midland Trail Road
Turn left onto Midland Trail Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 116 mi | 2h 12m |
| I 64 | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| US Route 60 | 2 mi | 3m |
| KY 180 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Midland Trail Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Marsh Hill Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cove Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 116 mi, about 2h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jenkins, KY and Meads, KY.
1
Start on Cove Avenue
81 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cove Avenue
2
Turn left onto KY 805
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
4
Merge onto US 23; US 119
41 mi
·
47 min
·
US 23; US 119
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on US 23; US 460; KY 80
75 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
US 23; US 460; KY 80
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
7
Merge onto I 64
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
I 64
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 185
Toward KY 180, US 60: Cannonsburg, Ashland
9
Turn right onto KY 180
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
KY 180
10
Continue on US 60
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US Route 60
11
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
110 ft
·
8 sec
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Marsh Hill Drive
12
Turn left onto Midland Trail Road
410 ft
·
19 sec
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Midland Trail Road
13
Arrive at 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 63 miles from Jenkins, KY, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63 miles or 1h 13m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meads, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jenkins, 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 Jenkins, KY
This is one driving day of about 126 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jenkins, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 23 for about 116 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63 mi from Jenkins, KY · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 63 miles from Jenkins, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 23 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 116 miles.
Arriving in Meads, KY
The final approach into Meads, 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 Meads, 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
$19.14 one way
$38.28 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.10 | $42.20 |
| premium | $4.80 | $23.79 | $47.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.99 | $55.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.23 | $6.05 |
| Efficient EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.64 | $8.06 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Meads, KY
Afternoon in Meads on Sunday
Local time
4:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 27m 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 Jenkins, KY to Meads, KY covers 126 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, I 64, US Route 60. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63 miles from Jenkins, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.14 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 is a straightforward 2h 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 23; US 119): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 117.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 121.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Jenkins, KY to Meads, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 569 ft to 1,540 ft elevation with about 668 ft of total climbing.
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