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Trip from Ledbetter, KY to Louisville, KY

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 17m

Distance

208.2 mi

335 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 5m ★
6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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census-designated place in Livingston County, Kentucky

Ledbetter, KY

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Downtown Louisville, KY, KY

Louisville, KY

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Trip Overview

Embarking on this 208.2-mile journey from Ledbetter, KY, to Louisville, KY, will take approximately 3 hours and 17 minutes of driving time. This route, primarily traversing local roads, is well-suited for a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $32. You'll be navigating through the familiar Southeast region for the entire duration of your drive. The profile suggests a drive with frequent turns, so be prepared for an engaging experience rather than a straight shot. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this trip within a day.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

104.1 miles from Ledbetter, KY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Cutoff Road — —
Iuka Road — —
Dover Road — —
I 69 North — —
Western Kentucky Parkway — —
I 65 North — —
Brook Street — —
South Brook Street — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Cutoff Road — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ledbetter, KY and Louisville, KY.

1

Start on Adair Street

4.7 mi · 5 min · Adair Street
2

Turn right onto Cutoff Road

3.0 mi · 4 min · Cutoff Road
3

At the end of the road, turn right onto Iuka Road

3.1 mi · 4 min · Iuka Road
4

Turn right onto Dover Road

4.0 mi · 6 min · Dover Road
5

Turn left

0.3 mi · 40 sec
6

Merge slight left

10 mi · 10 min
7

Take the exit slight right toward I 69 North: Elizabethtown, Princeton

38 mi · 41 min · I 69 North: Elizabethtown, Princeton
8

Keep slight right to continue on Western Kentucky Parkway

0.3 mi · 22 sec · Western Kentucky Parkway
9

Continue on Western Kentucky Parkway

99 mi · 1 hr 46 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
10

Take the exit slight right toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville

0.4 mi · 48 sec · I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
11

Keep slight left to continue on I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville

0.6 mi · 1 min · I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
12

Merge slight left

44 mi · 48 min
13

Take the exit slight right toward Brook Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Brook Street
14

Continue on South Brook Street

0.2 mi · 35 sec · South Brook Street
15

Turn left onto West Muhammad Ali Boulevard

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Muhammad Ali Boulevard
16

Turn right onto South 5th Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · South 5th Street
17

Turn left onto West Jefferson Street

220 ft · 8 sec · West Jefferson Street
18

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 17-minute duration and the local road nature of this 208.2-mile trip, consider leaving Ledbetter, KY, in the morning to maximize daylight. The estimated fuel cost is $32, so ensure your tank is full before departing to avoid unnecessary stops. While the route only lists one recommended stop, the turn-heavy profile might make it beneficial to plan for brief breaks as needed to stay refreshed. Pay close attention to navigation, especially as you'll be on local roads like Cutoff Road and Iuka Road for much of the 208.2 miles.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 104.1 miles from Ledbetter, KY, or about 1h 38m 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 46 miles or 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 104.1 miles or 1h 38m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Louisville, KY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Ledbetter, 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 Ledbetter, KY

This is one driving day of about 208.2 miles and 3h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Ledbetter, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Kentucky, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beaver Dam, KY

104 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

Princeton, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Beaver Dam, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 104.1 miles from Ledbetter, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Vincenzo's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Louisville, Kentucky

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Expensive mile 208.2

Hours: 11:30 am–1:30 pm

+15025801350

Visit website

El Maguey Mexican Restaurant - Brooks

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooks, Kentucky

0.3 mi

Addis Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Louisville, Kentucky

0.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Sunergos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Louisville, Kentucky

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 208.2

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+15025893222

Visit website

Blak Koffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Louisville, Kentucky

0.6 mi

Quills Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Louisville, Kentucky

1.2 mi

Vincenzo's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Expensive mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 11:30 am–1:30 pm

+15025801350

Visit website

El Maguey Mexican Restaurant - Brooks

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 193.3

Brooks, Kentucky

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+15022771223

Visit website

Addis Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+15025811011

Visit website

Safier Mediterranean Deli

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15025851125

Visit website

Wild Swann Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+15024343777

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 193.3

Shepherdsville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15029554008

Visit website

Neighborhood Services Bar + Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15023136713

Visit website

La Bodeguita De Mima

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 12–2:30 pm

+15027423358

Visit website

Sunergos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+15025893222

Visit website

Blak Koffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15022903729

Visit website

Quills Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15028615844

Visit website

Please & Thank You "MARK"

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm

+15025530113

Visit website

Pearl Street Game & Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 208.2

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18129200926

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 208.2

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+18125903867

Visit website

Quills Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15028615844

Visit website

The Breeze Wine & Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+15028903040

Visit website

Muhammad Ali Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15025849254

Visit website

Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18777758443

Visit website

Flame Run

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15025845353

Visit website

Howard Steamboat Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 208.2

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+18122833728

Visit website

Swope's Cars of Yesteryear Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 163.6

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12707636175

Visit website

Big 4 Escape

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 208.2

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 2–8 pm

+18127251046

Visit website

Louisville Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 208.2

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15024592181

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.55 one way

$65.10 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 73 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $35.74 $71.48
premium $4.89 $40.07 $80.13
diesel $5.61 $45.97 $91.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 72.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 62.5 0 $21.86 $9.99
Efficient EV 52.1 0 $18.22 $8.33
EV Truck/SUV 83.3 1 $29.15 $13.32

Gas CO2

73 kg

EV CO2

24 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Ledbetter, KY

Afternoon in Ledbetter on Saturday

Local time

1:22 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Louisville, KY

Afternoon in Louisville on Saturday

Local time

2:22 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

77°F

Beaver Dam, KY

104 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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

26 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

3h 17m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park

National Historical Park

For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...

12 mi from route ~30 min detour Free near mile 165.1
View on nps.gov
Mammoth Cave National Park

Mammoth Cave National Park

National Park

Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, e...

20 mi from route ~51 min detour Free near mile 136.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' with 0% highway share, meaning you'll be on local roads for the entirety of the 208.2 miles. Expect a more engaging driving experience with numerous turns and changes in scenery as you navigate through Kentucky. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll likely be traveling at more moderate speeds, allowing you to take in more of the local environment. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent adjustments to your steering and speed.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Cutoff Road.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 17m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ledbetter, KY to Louisville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

784 ft 351 ft

Total Climb

727 ft

Total Descent

617 ft

Highest Point

784 ft

~163.6 mi in

Elevation Range

433 ft

About the Cities

Arriving in Louisville, KY

Full guide →

Louisville, the largest city in Kentucky, is known for the Kentucky Derby horserace and as the "gateway to the south" from southern Indiana. It's a lively mid-sized city with an excellent dining scene, ample opportunities for bourbon tasting, and interesting public art. Louisville is also the namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball — the Louisville Slugger.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 208.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ledbetter, KY to Louisville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Yes — Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park and Mammoth Cave National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Louisville, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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