Origin
Lancaster, KY
Afternoon in Lancaster on Friday
Local time
1:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lancaster, KY to Nicholasville, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
21.9 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lancaster, KY
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Nicholasville, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Lancaster and Nicholasville, this 21.9-mile trip is a quick, straightforward journey that takes roughly 26 minutes. Since the entire drive is localized within Kentucky’s Southeast region, you won't need to worry about crossing regional boundaries or planning for an overnight stay. It is an ideal day trip that keeps travel costs minimal, with an estimated fuel budget of only $3. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, you can expect a very manageable pace. This trip is perfect for those who prefer avoiding highway congestion in favor of a direct, local connection.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 21.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m 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 with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way toward Nicholasville. You will spend your time on South Main Street, Danville Road, and Lexington Road, with no highway miles included in the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 13.7 miles along Lexington Road, providing the most consistent portion of the trip. Because the route is entirely non-highway, the experience feels more like a local commute than a high-speed transit. Be prepared for frequent turns that keep the drive engaging from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lexington Road is the longest continuous segment at about 13.7 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KY 52 / Richmond Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lancaster, KY to Nicholasville, KY is easy. At 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KY 52 / Richmond Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 27; KY 39 / Lexington Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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KY 52 / Richmond Road
Turn right onto KY 52 / Richmond Road
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip
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US 27; KY 39 / Lexington Road
Turn right onto US 27; KY 39 / Lexington Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Road | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| Danville Road | 6 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Richmond Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Adams Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Lexington Road
— 13.7 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lancaster, KY and Nicholasville, KY.
1
Start on Cs-1020
79 ft
·
5 sec
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North Adams Street
2
Turn right onto KY 52
243 ft
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6 sec
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Richmond Road
3
Turn right onto US 27; KY 39
14 mi
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15 min
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Lexington Road
4
Continue on US 27
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Danville Road
5
Turn right onto US 27 Business
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
6
Arrive at destination
US 27 Business
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.42 one way
$6.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.76 | $7.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.21 | $8.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.84 | $9.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Nicholasville, KY
Afternoon in Nicholasville on Friday
Local time
1:18 PM
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
22 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
26m 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 Lancaster, KY to Nicholasville, KY covers 21.9 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lexington Road, Danville Road, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11 miles from Lancaster, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.42 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 Lancaster, KY to Nicholasville, KY is easy. At 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KY 52 / Richmond Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 27; KY 39 / Lexington Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Lancaster, KY to Nicholasville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Camp Nelson National Monument.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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