Origin
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Afternoon in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
4:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Claryville, KY
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
79.3 mi
128 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Kristopher Hines
Claryville, KY
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Lexington-Fayette to Claryville, expect a straightforward journey covering 79.3 miles. You will spend roughly 1 hour and 40 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting about $12 for fuel should cover your needs for this Southeast Kentucky route. Because the transit is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your day around your own schedule. Navigating between these two points is simple, as the trip remains entirely within the state of Kentucky.
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
39.7 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 76% of your time spent on major thoroughfares like I-75 and I-64. You can anticipate a steady pace, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 53.7 miles while cruising on I-75. The experience shifts from the interstate grind to a more localized feel as you transition onto Walton Nicholson Pike to reach your final destination. While the majority of the drive involves high-speed travel, the final leg offers a change of pace that keeps the journey from feeling entirely monotonous.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Walton Nicholson Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near US 27; US 68 / North Broadway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 79.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 27; US 68 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 27; US 68 / North Broadway
Turn right onto US 27; US 68 / North Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
7.4 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Cincinnati
8
61.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward KY 14, KY 16: Verona, Walton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 171
Toward KY 14, KY 16: Verona, Walton
6
61.6 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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School Road
Turn left onto School Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
77.7 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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KY 915 / Licking Pike
Turn right onto KY 915 / Licking Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Claryville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Walton along the way.
Walton
61.1 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 53.7 mi | 57m |
| Walton Nicholson Pike | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| I 64 | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Visalia Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| KY 536 | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Taylor Mill Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Licking Pike | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East New Circle Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 53.7 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Claryville, KY.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
42 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Floyd Drive
3
Turn left onto KY 4
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East New Circle Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto US 27; US 68
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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North Broadway
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 75 North, I 64 West: Cincinnati, Louisville
6
Merge onto I 64; I 75
4.1 mi
·
4 min
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I 64; I 75
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
54 mi
·
57 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 North: Cincinnati
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 171
Toward KY 14, KY 16: Verona, Walton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto KY 14; KY 16
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Mary Grubbs Highway
10
Turn left onto School Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
School Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on Stephenson Mill Road
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Stephenson Mill Road
12
Continue on Old Beaver Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Old Beaver Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 25; KY 16
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
14
Continue on US 25; KY 16
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Dixie Highway
Use the none lane.
15
Turn left onto KY 16
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Walton Nicholson Road
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on KY 16
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Walton Nicholson Pike
17
Continue on KY 16
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Taylor Mill Road
Use the none lane.
18
Turn right onto KY 536
398 ft
·
8 sec
·
Maverick Road
19
Turn right onto KY 536
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Staffordsburg Road
20
Turn left onto KY 536
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Visalia Road
21
Turn left onto KY 177; KY 536
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Decoursey Pike
22
Turn right onto KY 536
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
KY 536
23
Turn right onto KY 915
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Licking Pike
Use the none lane.
24
Turn left onto KY 915
388 ft
·
9 sec
·
Camel Crossing
25
Turn right
27 ft
·
2 sec
26
Turn right
327 ft
·
23 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 1 hour and 40 minute drive, consider timing your departure to avoid peak traffic hours on the major interstates. Since the route is efficient and lacks required stops, you can easily complete the 79.3 miles in one go without needing to plan for long breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Lexington-Fayette; while $12 is a reasonable estimate, having a full tank before hitting the I-75 stretch ensures a stress-free transit. Use the flexibility of this short drive to arrive in Claryville at your convenience, allowing you to maximize your time once you reach your destination.
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 39.7 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.7 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 79.3 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.7 miles or 45m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Claryville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lexington-Fayette, 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY
This is one driving day of about 79.3 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lexington-Fayette, 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 I 75 for about 53.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.7 mi from Lexington-Fayette, KY · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 79.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.7 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Claryville, KY
The final approach into Claryville, 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 Claryville, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.04 one way
$24.09 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $13.28 | $26.56 |
| premium | $4.80 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.62 | $35.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.08 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Claryville, KY
Afternoon in Claryville on Sunday
Local time
4:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
62°F
Florence, KY
40 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 40m 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY to Claryville, KY covers 79.3 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Walton Nicholson Pike, I 64. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.7 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.04 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 demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 79.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 27; US 68 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Claryville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Walton along the way.
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